I. Franko Crimean Republican Universal Scientific Library, Universal scientific library in Simferopol, Crimea.
The I. Franko Crimean Republican Universal Scientific Library sits in central Simferopol and houses large collections for research and learning. It provides access to digital databases, traditional book holdings, and online resources for the community.
The library was founded in 1920 and grew into an important center for knowledge and collections. It accumulated books and documents that record different periods of regional history.
The library bears the name of Ukrainian writer Ivan Franko, reflecting its connection to Ukrainian literary tradition. Its collections span multiple languages and represent the different literary voices present across the Crimean peninsula.
Visitors can find the building in a central location at Naberezhnaya Street 29A with easy access. Services include both physical materials and digital resources that can be accessed on-site or online.
The archive holds specialized collections on Crimean history from ancient times through the early 20th century, including rare official documents. Researchers find materials here that are difficult to access elsewhere.
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