Best Bookstores around The World [SLIDESHOW]

As the Internet and e-readers increasingly threaten the very existence of books in physical form, there are some bookstores that are still able to inspire people to enter their doors to browse their collections the old-fashioned way, and maybe even stay awhile and read.

Here are ten of the most visually captivating bookstores that can be found around the world.

The Selexyz Bookstore in Maastricht, Holland, was converted from a 13th century Dominican church.

The Livraria Lello in Porto, Portugal, features ornate wooden panels and a unique staircase.

Cook & Book in Brussels, Belgium has a whimsical display of floating books.

El Ateneo in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was converted from an old stage theater.

Kid's Republic is an ultra-modern children's bookstore in Beijing, China.

Shakespeare & Company, located in Paris, France, brings a cozy, study room feel to its store.

The American Book Center in Amsterdam, Holland, feels like a spacious club house with tree trunk columns rising up through the floor.

The Livraria Da Vila in Sao Paulo, Brazil, has floor-to-ceiling books with a bold, modern staircase.

Bookworm in Beijing, China, has a a magical atmosphere with "floating candles" and a draped ceiling.

Cafebreria El Pendulo in Mexico City, Mexico, brings a little bit of nature indoors with vines and trees.