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Carolina Rediviva
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Carolina Rediviva

Getting around: Carolina Rediviva is a short walk (10-15 minutes) from Uppsala Central Station, near the university's main campus area.
Hours: The exhibition hall is typically open Monday to Saturday, with reduced hours or closure on Sundays — check current hours, as the working library sections have different, more restricted access.

Carolina Rediviva is Uppsala University's main library and Sweden's oldest, holding the country's largest manuscript and rare book collection, including the Codex Argenteus (Silver Bible), a 6th-century Gothic-language manuscript that's one of the library's prize exhibits. A public exhibition hall displays a rotating selection of the library's treasures, while the working library sections serve students and researchers.

It's a compact but genuinely significant stop for anyone interested in manuscripts or the history of the book, and the building itself is a Uppsala landmark visible from much of the city center given its hilltop position.

Carolina Rediviva FAQs

What is the Codex Argenteus?

A 6th-century manuscript written in the Gothic language, one of the oldest surviving Germanic-language texts, and the star exhibit at Carolina Rediviva.

Is Carolina Rediviva open to the public?

Yes, there's a public exhibition hall displaying rare items; the working library areas are more restricted to students and researchers.

Is there an entry fee?

Entry to the exhibition hall is typically free or low-cost — check current policy.

How much time should I plan?

30-45 minutes for the exhibition hall.

Is Carolina Rediviva close to Uppsala Cathedral?

Yes, it's a short walk away, within the compact university and cathedral area of central Uppsala.

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