It is blueprinted after the library of Mafra Convent in Portugal, decorated in classical style. It contains around 18,500 books and specialises in collecting foreign language books in dating from 17th century to the 1950s, in particular those of Portuguese history in Africa and the Far East. The building has retained all its original master walls and primary layout, including the courtyard garden in the back.
The library is patterned after the Mafra Convent library in Portugal, featuring a classical design. It contains around 18,500 books, focusing on foreign language texts from the 17th to the 1950s, especially those concerning Portuguese history in Africa and Asia. The building retains its original master walls and primary layout, including the back courtyard garden.