In the restless days, why not calm down to read a good book and draw the power of knowledge from the text? Have you been to any of these good-looking and niche bookstores in Beijing?
1. National Library Bookstore
National Library Bookstore is a bookstore brand under the National Library, and is the first physical integrated cultural service venue. It is located on the B1 floor of COFCO Landmark in Dongcheng District, Beijing. The main categories of books are history, business, life, art, literature and children's picture books. A large number of children's picture books in English and Chinese are available for free reading and lending.
In addition to the book display area, the shared reading area of the bookstore extends to the water bar as well as the rest area. The water bar involves handmade coffee, handmade hot drinks, fine teas and bottled drinks. You can enjoy the exquisite drinks while reading, mobilizing your whole body senses.
Address: B1F, COFCO Landmark, 208 Andingmenwai Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing
2. PAGEONE Beijing Fun Branch
PAGEONE is a bookstore with modern design and cultural connotation located in the commercial district of Beijing Fun in Qianmen. With a great view and rich book content, it has created a unique spiritual space for the surrounding residents and visitors from all over the country and the world, and has become a popular spot in Beijing.
The bookstore is currently holding the House of Sleepless Flowers-50th Anniversary of Yasunari Kawabata's Death·Spring Limited Exhibition on the first floor of the bookstore, and it will last until May 31.
Address: Building e11, Beijing Fun East District, Meishi Street, Qianmen, Xicheng District, Beijing
3. Zhongs Shu Ge
Zhong Shu Ge Xidan Lafayette store is divided into five areas: concept area, creative activity area, reading area, coffee area and children's book area. The exterior of the bookstore is designed in Chinese style, combining the traditional architectural features of Beijing. After entering the door, you will come to the "concept area" of the bookstore, where multiple steps on the floor give readers a visual sense of the undulation of space.
Address: B1F, Lafayette Department Store, No. 110 Xidan North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
4. Sweet Town
The bookstore covers an area of nearly 4,000 square meters, with a grand appearance. A white spiral staircase will be connected to various areas into a whole. This white road means the road of knowledge, the road of wisdom and the road of hope. The ground floor is a traditional lending area and the first floor is a modern style bookstore. On the second floor, a separate space of 800 square meters is reserved for various exhibitions and events.
The bookstore accepts long-term donations. If you also want to share the good books you have read with others to keep the life of books alive or to help more children in mountainous areas to open the windows of their hearts, then please participate in the activity.
Address: 3/F, Building 107, No. 27 West Dawang Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
