National Library of Syria, National library in Umayyad Square, Damascus, Syria.
The Al-Assad National Library spans multiple floors with three reading halls accommodating 1,000 readers and individual study spaces for research purposes.
Following construction from 1978 to 1983, the National Library of Syria opened its doors on November 16, 1984, becoming the primary repository for Syrian publications.
The facility maintains collections of more than 40,000 titles, including documents, periodicals, and materials connected to Syrian intellectual developments through time.
A lecture hall equipped with simultaneous interpretation systems for four languages hosts meetings, conferences, and educational sessions for up to 308 participants.
The library contains departments for photographic documentation, audio materials, and special resources for blind individuals, supporting diverse research needs.
Location: Damascus
Inception: 1984
Phone: +963113320806
Email: anl@alassad-library.gov.sy
Website: http://alassad-library.gov.sy
GPS coordinates: 33.51472,36.27750
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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