National Library of Public Information, Public library in South District, Taichung, Taiwan
The National Library of Public Information spans seven floors, including five above ground and two underground levels, covering 41,797 square meters of space.
Founded in 1923 as Taichu Prefectural Library, the institution underwent multiple name changes before becoming the National Library of Public Information in 2013.
The library houses Japanese old books, early newspapers, and digital archives, serving as a repository of Taiwanese historical documents and cultural materials.
The building features multiple reading spaces, multimedia sections, exhibition areas, and a conference center, all connected through grand steps and landscaped courts.
The exterior design incorporates pearl-white round mosaic tiles of different sizes, while each floor presents visual elements corresponding to external views.
Location: South District
Inception: 1923
Official opening: 1923
Floors above the ground: 5
Floors below the ground: 2
Website: http://nlpi.edu.tw/english
GPS coordinates: 24.12710,120.67100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:01
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