Vienna National Library State Hall Audio Guide - Austria
Welcome to the Austrian National Library's majestic State Hall, a breathtaking baroque masterpiece that stands as one of Europe's most beautiful library chambers. On this self-guided audio tour, you will explore what Emperor Charles VI commissioned as the crown jewel of Habsburg intellectual achievement – a space where knowledge and architectural splendor merge in perfect harmony.
On this audio guide, you will learn about this extraordinary hall, completed in 1723 by architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and his son Emanuel. As noted by cultural historian Anna Coreth, "The State Hall represents the perfect synthesis of baroque architecture and enlightenment ideals." The statistics speak to its grandeur: the hall stretches an impressive 77.7 meters in length, rises 19.6 meters high, and houses more than 200,000 precious volumes dating from 1501 to 1850, including what museum records indicate are over 15,800 rare manuscripts and 3,200 incunabula (books printed before 1500).
Through precise digital audio engineering, this tour immerses you in the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site, where the central dome showcases Daniel Gran's magnificent fresco depicting "Imperial Glory and the Power of Knowledge." According to library archives, the hall's original collection included the private libraries of Prince Eugene of Savoy and other notable Habsburg scholars, contributing to what contemporary experts estimate as a combined worth exceeding €12 billion. Recent visitor data shows that over 300,000 people annually marvel at features like the four magnificent Venetian globes, each measuring 110 centimeters in diameter, crafted by Vincenzo Coronelli in 1693.
Through expert narration, you'll discover the intricate baroque sculptures by Paul Strudel, the significance of the allegorical frescoes, and the fascinating story of how nearly every book survived World War II intact. Library Director General Dr. Johanna Rachinger notes, "Each element in the State Hall, from its walnut bookshelves to its marble columns, tells a story of Habsburg patronage and enlightenment values." Modern conservation efforts maintain strict environmental controls, keeping temperature at 18-20°C and relative humidity at 45-55% to preserve these irreplaceable treasures for future generations.
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