Hey, it's Friday and time for pretty buildings. Outrageously pretty buildings. Outrageously pretty buildings will AMAZING staircases. And books. So, pretty building plus amazing staircase plus books equals a +1 for me.
Behold the Lello Bookshop in Porto, Portugal. Famous worldwide as one of the most beautiful bookstores on the planet. Built in 1906 and home to a staircase that is full of awesome.
Oh, stained glass roof. Added bonus points.
Website (in Portuguese, duh!)
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Lello Bookshop - Portugal |
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Lello Bookshop - Portugal |
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Lello Bookshop - Portugal |
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Lello Bookshop - Portugal |
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Lello Bookshop - Portugal |