Lang Library

Lang Library is a historic public library in Rajkot, Gujarat, located near Jubilee Garden on Jawahar Road. Established in 1856 and named after Colonel Lang, British Political Agent of Kathiawar, it is one of the oldest libraries in Saurashtra. Housed in a heritage colonial-era building, it holds a large collection of books, newspapers, periodicals and rare manuscripts and remains notable for its architecture and long role in Rajkot's education and reading culture.

Visitors can expect a heritage colonial building with reading halls, reference and newspaper sections, and shelves holding a large collection of Gujarati, Hindi and English books. The interior is quiet and study-oriented with seating for readers and researchers. The exterior shows heritage architectural features. The library is situated in the central Jubilee Garden precinct, surrounded by other heritage structures, and offers a calm environment for reading, research and brief heritage sightseeing.

Established in 1856 during the British period and named after Colonel Lang, Political Agent of Kathiawar, Lang Library is one of the earliest public libraries in the Saurashtra region. It was founded to promote education and reading culture in Rajkot and has operated continuously for over 160 years, reflecting the city's educational history under princely and colonial administration.

The library serves as an important cultural and educational institution in Rajkot, supporting students, researchers and general readers. It preserves Gujarati and English literature, newspapers and rare documents and is regarded as a heritage landmark associated with the city's literary and learning traditions.