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The State Central Library Hyderabad known as the State Central Library (SCL) earlier known as Asafia Library, is a public library in Hyderabad, Telangana.

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Parking Difficulty : Moderate
Walking Needed : For 100 meters
Time Needed : 2-3 Hours
Open Timings : 8.00 AM to 8:00 PM
Still Photography : Allowed
Video Photography : Allowed with permits
Cooler Climate for most part of the year.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers
Nearest Railway Station : Hyderabad Railway Station
Nearest Airport : Hyderabad Airport
Nearest National Highway : NH44
Nearest Landmark : Imliban Park

It has a brilliant heritage building which was constructed in 1891. It is one of the most imposing structures in the city and was granted heritage status in 1998 by INTACH, Hyderabad.

The library is located at Afzal Gunj on the bank of the River Musi. It houses over 500,000 books and magazines including some rare Palm-leaf manuscripts.

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