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Government Public Library, Prayagraj

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👍👍 Allahabad Public Library, also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial, is a public library situated at Chandrashekhar Azad Park in Prayagraj.[2] Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh.[1][3] The building was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne and is considered a remar... People often mention library, Allahabad, Public, Park, books, building, Library, Thornhill, Mayne, Alfred,


Address

FR4X+4MH, Chandra Sekhar Azad Park, Uttar Pradesh 211002, India

Website

www.agplib.org

Contact

+91 532 246 0197

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (275 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Wednesday: (Dr
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 6 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 6 pm

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  • 5/5 Anjali J. 1 year ago on Google
    Allahabad Public Library, also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial, is a public library situated at Chandrashekhar Azad Park in Prayagraj.[2] Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh.[1][3] The building was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne and is considered a remarkable example of Scottish Baronial Revival architecture.[4] The monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of United Provinces. In 1879, the Public library was shifted to the present premises at Chandrashekhar Azad Park. Allahabad Public Library Thornhill Mayne Memorial, Alfred Park, Allahabad.jpg Country India Type Public library Established 1864[1] Location Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh Coordinates 25.4557596855282°N 81.84941995931914°E Collection Size approx. 125,000 books, 40 magazines and 28 newspapers[1] Access and use Population served 55,100 reader inclusive of 1,271 membership (2013-14)[1] The library has an approximate collection of 125,000 books, 40 types of magazines and 28 different newspapers in Hindi, English, Urdu and Bangla and contains 21 Arabic manuscripts.[1] It also has a collection of old government publications, parliamentary papers, and blue books of the 19th century, old manuscripts and journals.[5] The building known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is situated at Alfred Park[5] and was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne in Scottish Baronial architecture with sharp pillars and turrets of granite and sandstone. It represents structural polychromy with lofty towers and arcaded cloisters.[4][6][7] When completed in 1870, the building cost approx. INR 94,222.[8] It was funded by Commissioner of Allahabad, Mr. Mayne and was opened as a memorial to Cuthbert Bensley Thornhill.[9]
    13 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sanjiv m. 4 years ago on Google
    This is public library so this is open for all. There is very beautiful garden as well in the same premises which is good to walk of you are getting bored after reading. Allahabad Public Library also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is a public library situated at Alfred Park  in Prayagraj.Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh.The building was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne and is considered a remarkable example of Scottish Baronial Revival architecture. The monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of United Provinces. In 1879, the Public library was shifted to the present premises at Alfred Park.
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shivakar D. 4 years ago on Google
    It is a place at which u can study silent. There is a small amount which is paid by everyone 50rs /year. At here there are thousand of books from ancient India to modern from different writter in different field . U can become a member and enjoy the books.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hemant S. 8 months ago on Google
    Caution::God's Garden...yes right heard... Dream library. Adjacent to Allahabad museum as same garden CSA park(company garden). Legend place. First assembly building in any Indian province. First assembly meeting of United province of Agra and oudh was held here.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dr.Deepa M. 2 years ago on Google
    My first love is Library, where I can focus myself 100% on the present moment and live my studies. This Library is a typical beautiful library what a real student needs. One of the best places to sit and study in Allahabad that too free of cost and without any kind of membership.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rishabh S. 4 years ago on Google
    Allahabad Public Library also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is a public library situated at Alfred Park in Prayagraj.Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The building was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne and is considered a remarkable example of Scottish Baronial Revival architecture. The monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of United Provinces. In 1879, the Public library was shifted to the present premises at Alfred Park
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bobae 4 years ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful buildings in India I’ve ever seen
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Searching 4 years ago on Google
    Very good place for learning to any one
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 aman t. 5 years ago on Google
    Allahabad Public Library also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is a public library situated at Alfred Park named Shahid Chandrashekhar Azad Park  in Allahabad. in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh. building designed by Richard Ruskin Bond  is a remarkable example of is Scottish baronial architecture. monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of Union Province. In 1879, the Public library was shifted to the present premises at Alfred Park. The library has an approximate collection of 125,000 books, 40 types of magazines and 28 different newspapers in Hindi English Urdu  and  Bangla and contains 21 Arabic  manuscripts. also has a collection of old government publications, parliamentary papers, and blue books of the 19th century, old manuscripts and journals. The building known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is situated at Alfred Park was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne in Scottish architecture  with sharp pillars and of granite and sandstone. It represents instruction polychromos lofty towers and arcaded. When completed in 1870, the building cost approx.  INR  94,222. It was funded by Commissioner of Allahabad, Mr. Mayne and was opened as a memorial to Cuthbert Bensley Thornhill.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dinesh Y. 1 year ago on Google
    It is also known as Company bagh library. Situated in the middle of Company garden now known as Chandrashekhar Ajad park. Most newspapers and periodicals are available here. Area is lush green and peaceful. This is built under the British rule. The architecture is also inspired by western design of buildings.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 suraj S. 4 years ago on Google
    I love this place very much because it's pleasant environment, helping Liberian faculty, pin 📍 drop silence and most important thing sometimes I feel very depressed about my exams and studies but when I enter this library Hall, I feel energise and study what ever times required for studies.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Utkarsh P. 5 years ago on Google
    Here you can get free entry from 9 am to 5 pm, here you can get books but they are very old but you can get free daily English newspaper. This place is surrounded by company garden park....
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 priyanka s. 3 years ago on Google
    It's amazing with a large collection of books.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 harsh s. 4 years ago on Google
    Good environment.....and its only for dedicated students...u can increase your sitting capcity of study here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bookxplainer R. 4 years ago on Google
    There are very attractive and helpful atmosphere to study specially in summer.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dev singh R. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place for book and study Lover's MindBlowing environment**
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mohit In M. 3 years ago on Google
    Silent place Can Come akeep studying and enjoy a good environment as well ...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 sudhanshu k. 4 years ago on Google
    A very old library with amazing collection of book but the thing that attracts everyone to this library is its archetecture which looks like an old british church.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Suresh C. 4 years ago on Google
    Best
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dharmendra Singh Y. 4 years ago on Google
    A Good place to learn... And very good environment.... Very very great leaders of our country visited here.. Learned here... The spend a lot of time in this library to learn about india and world... It is very important and historical place in India... People from all over the world came here see its historical importance and the larg range of books...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Utkarsh S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice experience in library it was really good and excellent environment for study .....
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 archna k. 1 year ago on Google
    This place for students and others who want go near to green area in prayagraj. Very beautiful place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aditya D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good order Great books. Nice atmosphere (Original) अच्छी व्यवस्था। बेहतरीन किताबें। अच्छा माहौल
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jitendra Kumar S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 SHUBHAM S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best library for study
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 HARIOM S. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good place for study .....
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sachin M. 1 year ago on Google
    Its simple . It is not a Bollywood library . A complete pin drop silence. There are not so much books. I think it is not efficient for those who have their room for study because there are not so much book Thanks I don't have Library photo but outside image is given down.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 VISHAL W. 4 years ago on Google
    Freeeeeeee
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vivek K. 3 years ago on Google
    Also called Thornhill Mayne Memorial
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vinay K. 1 year ago on Google
    It's made during English ruled India. But now the building as it is. It's building structure is very attractive and nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ashish K. 4 years ago on Google
    No A.C. Not enough space Just Ok.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prakhar T. 3 years ago on Google
    Pretty awesome...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cre8ive S. 1 year ago on Google
    Allahabad Public Library also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is a public library situated at Alfred Park  in Prayagraj.Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh.The building was designed by Richard Roskell Bayne and is considered a remarkable example of Scottish Baronial Revival architecture. The monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of United Provinces. In 1879, the Public library was shifted to the present premises at Alfred Park.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lakhan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good college and special Dr. Dhirendra kumar sir is very good history teacher. His teaching method is very perfect. He has a lot of knowledge in History subject. Dhirendra sir does all the work. He is a nice person and his behavior is good for new students & old students. Love you Dhirendra sir ji Thank you ❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Umesh Prakash a. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 4/5 Pavan K. 5 months ago on Google
    The Allahabad Public Library, established by the Government of North-Western Frontier Provinces, is housed in the Thornhill-Mayne Memorial building. This institution stands as a tribute to the enduring friendship and shared commitment to scholarship exemplified by C.B. Thornhill and F.O. Mayne. Within its walls, the Rajkeeya (Government) Public Library boasts a vast collection of literary treasures, including books, magazines, newspapers, gazettes, and various reading materials in multiple languages such as Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Bangla, and French. Among its notable holdings are works like the Majma-ul-Bahrain, the Shahnama of Firdausi, Jyotish-shastra, and Ganesh Puran.

  • 5/5 Amit G. 2 years ago on Google
    Total silence.. Great example of architecture and history

  • 5/5 Mr. S. 2 years ago on Google
    It comes under the Allahabad University Having peace and green campus

  • 5/5 VINAY KUMAR S. 2 years ago on Google
    Every library has own history and heritage.shall Go frequently.

  • 5/5 Rahul M. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best place in allahabad

  • 4/5 Kunwar N. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good place for competition aspirants to study the books on various topics easily available with soothing atmosphere

  • 5/5 A J R. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to think about your Carreer and excellent library I am a big fan of this place

  • 5/5 Mukesh R. 3 years ago on Google
    Peacefull place in allahabad .

  • 5/5 Mahaboob Navaz S. 3 years ago on Google
    Allahabad Public Library also known as Thornhill Mayne Memorial is a public library situated at Alfred Park (Chandrasekhar Azad Park)in Prayagraj.Established in 1864, it is the biggest library in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

  • 5/5 RACHIT N. 3 years ago on Google
    Neat and clean with silence around...

  • 5/5 Naincy S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's really awesome for civil student and proper material but not allow self book 😆😆😆😆 Sheet ki bhari kami hamesha rhti hai ... Bache bahar baithkar padte hai Or Bade dukh k sath suchit kiya jaa rha had ... Book print paper photocopy kuch bhi lejana mana hai 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆 OM SHANTI! SHANTI! SHANTI !!!!! 4 (Original) It's really awesome for civil student and proper material but not allow self book 😆😆😆😆 Sheet ki bhari kami hamesha rhti hai... Bache bahar baithkar padte hai Or Bade dukh k sath suchit kiya jaa rha had... Book print paper photocopy kuch bhi lejana mana hai 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆 OM SHANTI! SHANTI! SHANTI!!!!! 😂😂😂

  • 5/5 VIBHU Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Saurabh S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice library

  • 3/5 The m. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place but gathering of people make it a nasty place

  • 5/5 Atul Araps S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Public Library of Prayagraj is an extensive collection of historical chronologies, manuscripts and periodicals. The first meeting of the Legislative Council of the British Estate was held in this grand building. All things of historical importance are stored here. (Original) प्रयागराज की पब्लिक लाइब्रेरी ऐतिहासिक कालक्रम, हस्तलिपियों और पत्रिकाओं का विस्तृत संग्रह है। ब्रिटिश एस्टेट के लेजिस्लेटिव काउन्सिल की पहली बैठक इसी भव्य इमारत में आयोजित हुई थी। यहां ऐतिहासिक महत्व की तमाम चीजें संग्रहित हैं।

  • 4/5 VIJAY T. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 4/5 Dheeraj P. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place to visit this public library is totally free for any enterence you can read so many news papers for free but if you want to reading a books you to make card which you can get in cheap price

  • 4/5 ABHISHEK 4 years ago on Google
    Good one all the old book here

  • 5/5 Shailendra K. 4 years ago on Google
    Loves it because it is a ancient and a very well managed as well as a beautiful library.

  • 5/5 abhishek d. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sbhi se request hai ek bar jarur jaye .... bahut hi accha library hai (Original) Sbhi se request hai ek bar jarur jaye.... bahut hi accha library hai

  • 4/5 rohit 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) ac and seats ki kami hai (Original) ac and seats ki kami hai


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