SHENZHEN, known as a “City of Libraries,” was home to 779 public libraries and 307 self-serviced libraries as of the end of 2022. In the same year, official statistics indicated that Shenzheners read an average of 6.33 paper books and 11.66 e-books. Below are some of the public facilities that are open 24/7 for reading and studying purposes in the city. Baixing Book Room Located in Futian District, Baixing Book Room is a 24-hour public facility that provides a variety of services including reading, cultural events, exhibitions and psychological counseling. The establishment features a reading section, an immersive reading zone, a children’s corner and a study area with 150 seats available. True to its motto of “A light for you day and night,” visitors can stay there as long as they desire. Add: 1033 Shennan Road Central, Futian District Metro: Line 9 to Hongling South Station, Exit A; Line 1 or 6 to Science Museum Station, Exit F Futian Culture & Sports Center ? Dream Factory This facility provides 24-hour DIY book borrowing and returning services, and features single-person study rooms, discussion areas for two, and group discussion areas for three individuals or above. Whether you seek a quiet setting for contemplation or enjoy studying with companions, each space is purposefully designed to minimize distractions, enabling you to focus on learning effectively. The seats in the study rooms are equipped with amenities such as power outlets, USB charging ports, wireless chargers, and hooks. Additionally, the venue features intelligent sound monitoring systems to remind guests to maintain a quiet environment when noise levels rise above what’s appropriate. A local resident with the last name of Xiao, who frequents the study rooms, said that he admires Shenzhen because of the exceptional facilities like those at the Futian Cultural and Sports Center ? Dream Factory. Add: Futian District Cultural Square, 8 Jingtian Road, Futian District Metro: Line 9 to Xiangmei Station, Exit B Nanshan Book Room ? Xunfeng Pavilion Covering an area of 250 square meters, Nanshan Book Room ? Xunfeng Pavilion features 41 seats for immersive reading and 24 seats for leisurely reading. The establishment, set up in December 2022, houses a diverse collection of 5,000 books on Chinese and Western cultures, including fine arts, classical literature, economics, as well as fashion and lifestyle. The study areas at Xunfeng Pavilion are designed for comfort and immersion, with each booth equipped with power sockets and adorned with small potted plants. With semi-private double seats, as well as secluded individual spaces tucked behind bookcases, visitors can enjoy a sense of security while indulging in their readings. Add: 2/F, corridor linking buildings A and D, 14 Xiangshan East Street, Nanshan District Metro: Line 2 to Qiaocheng North Station, Exit B Yutian Community Library Located in the bustling Nanyuan Subdistrict in Futian, the Yutian Community Library operates around the clock, offering 60 spacious and well-illuminated seats across an area of 300 square meters. The library is furnished with amenities such as a water dispenser, umbrellas, a microwave oven and more for the convenience of its visitors. The library serves a population of 200,000, predominantly aged between 18 and 40. Add: C1-1009, 1/F, SOE Building, 152 Dongyuan Road, Futian District Metro: Line 1 or 6 to Science Museum Station, Exit F Yitan Community Library Nestled within the expansive Yitiancun housing estate, Yitian Community Library is affectionately known to local residents as “the beacon of Yitiancun estate.” This 24-hour community cultural hub, adored by its more than 30,000 residents, has been featured in a CCTV (China Central Television) program. Boasting a vast collection of over 10,000 books available for borrowing at the residents’ convenience, this library is a cherished knowledge trove in the community. It offers a serene and cozy environment where visitors can peruse newspapers, read books, or study on their own. Add: Unit 101, 1/F, West Tower, Yitiancun Central Square, Fuqiang Road, Futian District Metro: Line 3 to Yitian Station, Exit D (Wei Jie) | 