Visiting the World's Largest Library 📚✨

The Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. is one of the largest libraries in the world! Its director is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate—serving a lifetime term. 🇺🇸 Founded on April 24, 1800, it started with just 740 books and 3 maps. After two major fires in 1814 and 1851 destroyed many precious collections, former President Thomas Jefferson sold his personal library to Congress to help rebuild the library’s holdings—an iconic chapter in its history. 📖🔥 The library complex consists of three magnificent buildings: 🏛️ Thomas Jefferson Building 🏛️ John Adams Building 🏛️ James Madison Building Each is renowned for its grand architecture and artistic interiors. Today, the Library of Congress holds over 130 million items, including books, photographs, manuscripts, maps, recordings, and films. Its shelves stretch over 800 kilometers—making it a true treasure trove of knowledge! The library also hosts thoughtfully curated thematic exhibitions—absolutely worth your time. 🧠🎨 ✅ Admission is free, but advance online reservation is required (via www.loc.gov). 📱 Simply show your reservation confirmation (with number and barcode) on your phone to scan and enter. ⏰ Closed Sundays and Mondays. Have you visited the Library of Congress? Which collection or exhibition fascinated you the most? Share below! 👇 #LibraryOfCongress #WashingtonDC #LargestLibrary #HistoricLibrary #FreeMuseum #DCtravel #BookLover #KnowledgeIsPower #CulturalHeritage #VisitDC #ArchitectureLover