About
Built in 1982, it stands as a mix of Yugoslav modernism and Byzantine-inspired domes, wrapped in a metal lattice. Nominated among the world's ugliest buildings, it is a brutalist relic with symbolism woven into concrete.
Why go
- A monument to a complex past, and a sight you can’t forget
- Feels somewhere between a fortress, a machine, and something completely abstract
- A bold statement of architectural identity
Must try
- See the zenithal light in its halls
- Explore the reading rooms, archives and study spaces
- See the stone mosaics and richly crafted interiors
- View the marble floor ringed by motifs
- See the american section with english books
Pro tips
- The metal lattice uses hexagonal elements to filter sunlight
- Let staff know if you wish to read particular books
Good to know
- Nominated among the world's ugliest buildings
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Rating
4.5 / 5 (556 reviews)
Phone: +381 38 212416