Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a modern library located in Alexandria, Egypt, built to commemorate the legendary Library of Alexandria, which was one of the largest and most important libraries of antiquity.Opened in 2002, the new Alexandrina Library has become an important cultural center not only for Egypt but for the entire Arab world. It has a vast collection of books, manuscripts, documents and works of art, and actively promotes research and study through academic and cultural programs.The library also houses a planetarium, movie theater, lecture hall, museum and art gallery. Its modern architecture is designed to reflect the history and culture of ancient Alexandria, with a huge glass wall overlooking the Mediterranean.The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a symbol of the cultural renaissance of Alexandria and Egypt.