The Xiangzhou District Library has recently unveiled its brand-new appearance, offering a state-of-the-art space for learning and leisure.

Located within the Xiangshan Culture & Art Center by Xiangshan Lake, the library spans approximately 22,000 square meters and is easily accessible to residents of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

The library features four floors above ground and two underground levels, providing free access throughout the year without the need for reservations. It houses nearly 120,000 volumes of printed literature and 103.68 TB of electronic resources, ensuring a comprehensive range of reading materials for all.

A dedicated parent-child picture book area is equipped with curved bookshelves and soft sofas, offering a cozy environment for young readers. [Photo/WeChat account: zhxiangzhou]

The parent-child picture book area also includes children's picture book machines with over 3,000 volumes of digital picture book resources.

Accessibility is a priority, featuring a reading area for the visually impaired with braille paths, braille books, audio books, and smart readers. [Photo/WeChat account: zhxiangzhou]

The library has also introduced mobile inventory carts and robots to enhance inventory management, ensuring efficient updates to the library management system.

A new intelligent wall displays real-time data on reader borrowing, popular book rankings, event announcements, and visitor statistics, guiding readers to the most relevant books and services. [Photo/WeChat account: zhxiangzhou]

Additionally, readers can access the library's collection, view personal borrowing details, check electronic certificates, and register for events through the official WeChat account and website portal.