Swiss National Library

The Swiss National Library, located in Switzerland, is the country’s largest library and a key cultural institution. It collects, preserves, and provides access to Switzerland's books, newspapers, manuscripts, maps, music, and digital media. Its mission is to safeguard the nation’s cultural heritage and support scholarship and education. The library serves as a legal deposit library, meaning it receives copies of all new publications in Switzerland, ensuring long-term preservation and public access. It also offers research resources, digitization projects, and cultural programs to promote Switzerland’s history and knowledge.