Livraria Lello is a library of exceptional historical and architectural value, considered one of the most beautiful attractions in the world for its unique historical and artistic value, located in the city center of Porto, its origins go back to 1881 when the brothers Jose and António Lello opened an institution on avenue du The nearby Almada is dedicated to the publishing and selling of books. The current library opened in 1906 and has a Gothic facade that differs from the surrounding urban scenery. Inside, there is an abundance of shelves and majestic ceilings. The staircase is particularly distinctive, as well as the large glass window that It bears the library's motto "Decus in labore" (Dignity at work, in Latin).