Duchess Anna Amalia Library
The Duchess Anna Amalia Library is a historic library located in Weimar, Germany. Founded in 1761, it houses a vast collection of over one million items, including books, manuscripts, and prints. The library is named after Anna Amalia of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, who played a significant role in its establishment and development.
The library is renowned for its beautiful Rococo architecture and its rich collection of works from the Weimar Classicism period, featuring authors like Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1998, highlighting its cultural and historical significance.