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What Are the Most Beautiful Libraries in Washington, D.C.?

Other than the Library of Congress, of course

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For many, the Library of Congress is the most beautiful library in Washington, D.C., if not the DMV area. Maybe even the nation. But there are plenty of other libraries in the nation's capital that deserve some extra love and maybe an Instagram pic or two.

To help put together a guide to the most gorgeous libraries in D.C., Curbed is turning to the readers for some advice. Which libraries do you like? And why? Leave your thoughts in the comments.

For those in search of some great reading spots, here are the areas Curbed suggests.