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National Library of Greece

The National Library of Greece, located in Athens, is one of the country's most important cultural institutions. It was founded in 1888 and serves as a repository for Greece’s literary, historical, and scholarly heritage. The library houses a vast collection of books, manuscripts, periodicals, and digital resources, accessible to researchers and the public. Its mission is to preserve Greek culture, support education, and promote research. The building itself is an architectural landmark, symbolizing Greece’s rich intellectual history. Overall, it functions as a central hub for preserving and sharing Greece’s literary and historical treasures.