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October 27, 2024 | 11:17 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As Southeast Asia’s leading innovative country, Singapore values knowledge practices in different fields of life. It’s no surprise that most existing generations in the country spend the majority of their time with books in their hands. These best libraries in Singapore are the right places to hang out for the bookworms-alike.
Top 8 Best Libraries in Singapore
This article discovers the top 8 best libraries in Singapore as cited from Time Out and Batam Fast.
1. Library@Chinatown Point
Library@Chinatown Point is the best library in Singapore, especially for those aiming to garner more knowledge about the Chinese arts and culture. Known as the country’s first ever Chinese arts and culture-themed library, the sanctuary hosts a broad collection of Chinese heritage.
Not only does the interior reflect Chinese’s vibrant culture, but the space also incorporates Chinese’s elements, such as familiar dialects like Hokkien, Teochew, and Cantonese, through the volunteers on site.
2. Library@Orchard
Library@Orchard is a strong contender among Singapore’s aesthetic libraries, owing to the space’s unique interiors. Readers are pampered with a feature of vast array of book collections and program zones that center on lifestyle, design, and applied art.
Located on the third and fourth floors of Orchardgateway, the library has different corners that include The Studio, The Loft, and The Magazine Wall to cater to every reader's needs.
3. Yishun Public Library
Reopened in 2018, Yishun Public Library features interiors that take inspiration from the Singapore neighborhood's evolution. From bustling estates to natural plantation heritage, the book space showcases each charm perfectly.
There are distinctive areas of the library that feature more than 125,000 book titles. While The Virtual Library is up for digital knowledge experiences, The Quiet Reading Lounge exists for bookworms who would like to enjoy a leisure day in individual nooks.
4. Tampines Regional Library
The Tampines Regional Library is home to an extensive array of materials like a reading collection, visual and audio items for people of all ages, and learning spaces. Over 400,000 books are available within the vast stations.
Aside from the reading spaces, the library boasts a plethora of rooms to indulge your interests, like program zones, a hardware lab, study lounges, multimedia stations, a running track, and a stepped terrace.
5. Woodlands Regional Library
Located near the Woodlands MRT Station, the Woodlands Regional is named as the largest regional library in Singapore. It boasts impressive book resources across four levels of the Woodlands Civic Centre.
In addition to its massive influence within the library communities, Woodlands Regional houses a performance stage, a 25-seat auditorium, and a 20-seat AV appreciation for public screening purposes.
6. Bedok Public Library
Bedok Public Library sets itself apart from other libraries by featuring nature-inspired landscapes. The lush space is nestled comfortably within the area of Hearbeat@Bedok.
As a family-friendly library, there are different categories based on five early literacy skills available in the beloved reading space. For every visit, enjoy the comfort of reading from The Early Literacy Area or TumbleBook stations.
7. Bishan Public Library
Bishan Public Library is a visual feast designed by Look Architects. The four-story public library features animated pods and skylights inspired by a tropical treehouse.
Today, the library has more than 250,000 titles that will enhance readers’ knowledge like no other. Once done with the reading agenda, head to the D.I.G., also known as Dining in Garden, on the ground floor that provides delectable meals.
8. Library@Harborfrount
Nestled comfortably in VivoCity, Library@Harborfrount features a reading lounge that offers scenic views overlooking Sentosa. Avid readers can choose from more than 200,000 book collections while savoring the reading by the beach experience.
These 8 best libraries in Singapore are open to the public and often house a wide array of workshops every other day.
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