Mário de Andrade Library

The Mário de Andrade Library, located in the heart of São Paulo, Brazil, is the city's largest public library and a significant cultural institution. Established in 1925, it honors Mário de Andrade, a key figure in Brazilian modernism. Housed in a stunning Art Deco building, the library boasts a vast collection of approximately 3.2 million items, including over 60,000 rare books and manuscripts from the 15th to 19th centuries. As a member of the United Nations depository libraries, it plays a crucial role in preserving the artistic and cultural heritage of São Paulo. The library also has several branches across the city, making its resources accessible to the public.