The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library embodies a rich history of cultures and civilizations and is a distinctive cultural landmark in which education, culture and tourism intertwine. The library has more than 4 million books and an exceptional collection of documents, references, articles, newspapers, publications, presentations, documentaries and lectures.

The library is a representation of Dubai's cultural face and a forum that allows you to electronically connect with renowned international libraries to exchange rare and valuable information. The library offers an integrated database that contains soft copies of its entire contents.

The Library's Architectural Concept:

With a design that is symbolic of Dubai’s uniqueness, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library has shape of an open book. The architectural concept is based on the traditional nomadic travellers who carry their books with them, especially the Holy Quran. However, the library is also in harmony of with the world of the twenty-first century. This holds great symbolism and is an indicator to the UAE cultural treasures that the library holds, from literary collections, publications and media productions to the latest audio-visual technologies.

In 2018, the Australian Traveller website chose Mohammed Bin Rashid Library among its top 10 most impressive destinations and buildings. The library also ranked 5th in architectural buildings category.