Permskai͡a oblastnai͡a universalʹnai͡a nauchnai͡a biblioteka im. Gorʹkogo, Regional library in Perm, Russia.
The Gorky Regional Library is a major institution in central Perm that houses collections of books, manuscripts, and research materials spread across multiple floors. The building provides spaces for visitors to access both traditional holdings and digitized records covering various subjects.
Founded in 1836, the library became an important center for education and research in the Perm region. Its role was recognized when it received the Order of the Badge of Honor for its contributions to Russian scholarship and knowledge.
The library is named after writer Maxim Gorky and serves as a gathering place where people explore regional literature and scholarly works connected to the area.
The building is located in central Perm and easy to reach, with the entrance at ground level and multiple floors to explore inside. Visitors should know that different sections may have varying hours and it helps to check ahead about which collections are available.
The institution coordinates regional reading programs and maintains extensive digitized archives of historical documents from the Perm area. This work makes it more than a storage place for books - it actively helps people understand local history.
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