Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio

A classic, old library and a wood-paneled anatomical theater in Bologna. Time to hit the books and the body.

The exterior courtyard of the Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio, all glass and columned arcade.

In the corridor near the anatomical theater, old medallions cover the walls. Awards for best vascular system?

Inside the anatomical theater. Comfortable seating for spectators, a Cold Stone Creamery-like marble slab for the star attraction.

The wood paneling of the theater is no joke. Carving, sculptures, filigree. If you can't stomach looking at the cadaver, plenty of details to draw the eye on the surrounding walls. In the library, more medallions of importance and victory.

About that library. Iconic, classic, old world woody. And no browsing.