City book house illuminates torch for readers and culture

By the lake in a park in Hanjiang district, Yangzhou emerges a uniquely-designed and popular book house— Yishu Light Zhuxi City Library. This architectural gem, inspired by an ink painting by Gao Fenghan, an artist who belonged to the Yangzhou school of painters, stands as a testament to the city's rich literary tradition.

Since its opening in December 2019, this city library has become a beacon, drawing locals and tourists alike to its warm embrace. Crafted by Italian architects, its exterior, resembling undulating mountains, mirrors the poetic ink-washed landscapes of Gao's painting.

The book house resembles an undulating mountain. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Inside, the library exudes warmth with its natural wood tones, offering a haven for literature enthusiasts. Boasting a collection of nearly 10,000 books, over 30 periodicals, and a wealth of digital databases, it seamlessly integrates self-service facilities for card issuance, reading, borrowing, and retrieving data.

The book house, though multifunctional, treasures a trove of books. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

The library also serves as a cybersecurity education base, prominently displaying relevant slogans, injecting digital safety in the atmosphere of reading.

Located in Zhuxi Haoren Park and spanning 4.3 hectares, this library not only enriches the park's cultural landscape but also provides an opportunity for readers to unwind amidst nature after a day of reading.

Readers indulge in the sanctuary of books. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Yishu Light Zhuxi City Library brilliantly illuminates the readers by offering a free reading space, and enriches the city with the warmth of literature.