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With 600 000 volumes and 15 000 manuscripts, this is one of the richest libraries in Italy. The high point is undoubtedly the Bible of Borso d'Este, with 1 020 pages illuminated by Ferrara artists in the 15C among whom was Tadeo Crivelli.

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  • Accessible to people of restricted mobility - Visiting: Mon-Thu 8.30am-7pm; Fri 8.30am-3.30pm; Sat 8.30am-1.30pm. Closed on Sundays, 1st and 2nd week in Sep.