Biblioteca comunale Ariostea, Public library in medieval center, Ferrara, Italy
The Biblioteca comunale Ariostea occupies three floors of Palazzo Paradiso, featuring Renaissance architecture with a clock tower and remaining loggia.
Built in 1391 for Alberto V d'Este's marriage to Giovanna de Roberti, the palace transformed into university offices in 1567 with additions by Giovanni Aleotti.
The library collection contains 400,000 items, including manuscripts and publications focused on local writers, stored in dedicated reading rooms.
Located at Via Scienze 17, the library provides access to its extensive collection through a modern catalog system and reading spaces.
The palace houses an octagonal Anatomical Theatre from 1731, designed with separate entrances for students, teachers, and research materials.
Location: Ferrara
Inception: 1750
Phone: +390532418200
Email: info.ariostea@comune.fe.it
Website: http://archibiblio.comune.fe.it/271/biblioteca-comunale-ariostea
GPS coordinates: 44.83282,11.62154
Latest update: March 11, 2025 22:04
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