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The National Library of Sri Lanka stands at the heart of the nation's intellectual and cultural heritage. As the country's principal library and national centre for information, it serves as a vital resource for research, reference, learning, and the preservation of Sri Lanka's published heritage. Our collections bring together a rich and diverse body of knowledge in print, audio-visual, and electronic formats.
Spanning 27 specialised collections and comprising more than 500,000 volumes, the National Library provides access to resources that support scholars, researchers, students, professionals, and the wider public.
More than a collection of books, the National Library is a gateway to the knowledge, history, creativity, and intellectual achievements of Sri Lanka. Through the preservation and provision of information resources, we connect our nation's heritage with present-day research and future generations.
National Library Services
Explore the information, research, reference and support services available through the National Library of Sri Lanka.
Reading & Reference
Access books, journals, newspapers and specialist reference resources.
Inquiry Service
Bibliographic, factual, subject and research inquiries.
Inter-Library Loan
Access resources through participating libraries nationwide.
Current Awareness
Stay informed about new acquisitions and recent additions.
Selective Dissemination
Personalized information updates for researchers.
Reprographic Services
Photocopying, scanning, printouts and electronic copies.
User Education
Training programmes, library tours and awareness activities.
Accessible Services
Information services for visually impaired readers.
Information Repackaging
Curated information resources for assignments and research.