[2025 Dujiangyan Attraction] Travel Guide for Dujiangyan Library (Updated Jul)

#triptravelchina 📚📚 Dujiangyan Library, the location of the Chengdu bookstore, is very beautiful. Atmosphere: It is a bookstore and a cafe. You can sit and drink coffee and take pictures with the bookstore. It is very beautiful. Don't miss it. How to get there: Dujiangyan Library (Sunac Mall, 2F, near the amusement park) Dujiangyan City. From Chengdu metro 2, get off at xipu exit 1, transfer to the high-speed rail at xipu station of Chengdu metro, get off at Liduigongyuan station, 30 mins. In front of the station, there are tricycles or 15y to the bookstore or taxi 10 minutes.

📚 Review of Dujiangyan Zhongshuge (Dujiangyan Library) at Sunac Mall, 2nd Floor 🧩 Exquisite Design • Designed by X+Living, inspired by the Dujiangyan irrigation system. • The second floor stands out with books arranged in wave-like patterns and a reflective ceiling that creates an infinity illusion. • Visitors often describe it as walking into Hogwarts or a dreamlike scene from M.C. Escher's artwork. 📖 Books & Atmosphere • Houses over 80,000 books in various genres, both in Chinese and English. • Reddit users speculate that the upper shelves might feature images rather than real books, as they are displayed "books facing forward." • Quiet and serene, perfect for book lovers, though it attracts many tourists for photography. 🌟 Highlights & Photo Spots • The mirrored ceiling reflecting light and books creates a boundless, lofty, and expansive feel. • Curved staircases have become iconic photo spots. • A children's area with cozy seating and a small café for enjoying drinks while admiring the book-filled view. 🕒 Hours & Accessibility • Open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (some sources mention until 10:00 PM). • Free entry for all! • Easy to reach: Take a train from Chengdu to Dujiangyan Station, then a taxi or local transport costing around 10–20 yuan to Sunac Mall. 📝 Visitor Reviews “It felt like walking into a real-life Hogwarts… a magic bookstore.” “Not much of a library, looks very pretty. But …books facing forward… which would mean there isn’t many books.” ✅ Pros • Free entry, ideal for book and design enthusiasts. • Plenty of photo opportunities. • Relaxing areas, café, and a children's zone. • Convenient location near Dujiangyan attractions. ⚠️ Cons • Crowded during holidays and evenings. • Some areas are better for photography than actual reading. • Avoid peak hours or visit early when it opens. 🎯 Conclusion Dujiangyan Library (Zhongshuge) at Sunac Mall offers a dreamlike library experience. It's not just a place to read but a landmark for photography enthusiasts in Chengdu/Dujiangyan. Free entry makes it perfect for both photographers and book lovers seeking a serene atmosphere combined with artistic design. 🪄 If you're visiting Dujiangyan, don't miss this gem! 😊

#TravelChina Dujiangyan Zhongshuge Bookstore is located in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, in western China. Designed by Shanghai-based architecture studio X+Living, it was inspired by the landscape and history of Dujiangyan's 2,000-year-old irrigation system. When you step into Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, the walnut-colored C-shaped bookshelves create a sophisticated and intriguing space, and are also a highlight of the store. Walking under these bookshelves feels like walking under the eaves of an arch in a garden or amidst the natural waves of mountains, creating a completely different book-shopping experience. The bookshelves line the arches, and the round columns reach the ceiling, housing over 80,000 books. ****Dujiangyan Library (sunac mall 2F, near the amusement park) in Dujiangyan****

Zhongshuge Bookstore in Dujiangyan This is a beautifully decorated bookstore, similar to a maze. The ceiling is made of glass, which reflects the grandeur of the store. How to get there: Take the train from Xipu Station to Dujiangyan Station, then take a Didi for about 4-6 yuan and get off at Zhongsuge. The bookstore is on the 2nd floor of a shopping mall, but the mall looks quiet and there are hardly any people. Don't be alarmed, just walk in and go up to the 2nd floor. For photography enthusiasts, if you come to Dujiangyan, you must come here. Don't miss it 👍 #GetDiscountsWithoutLuck #TravelingChinaByYourself