On April 23, many citizens came to the Dongxihu Library in Wuhan, wandering through the “sea of books” and enjoying the charm of reading. That day marked the 31st World Book Day, and the “Bookish Wuhan National Reading Month” event was in full swing. With the promotion of national reading and the construction of a learning-oriented society in Wuhan, the concept of “Bookish Wuhan” has become deeply rooted in people’s hearts. More and more citizens are choosing the library as their preferred place for daily learning and self-improvement.
Dongxihu Library
Dongxihu Library is a modern public library located in the Dongxihu District of Wuhan, China. Established to serve the local community, it offers extensive collections, reading spaces, and digital resources, reflecting the district’s commitment to promoting literacy and lifelong learning. While relatively new compared to historic libraries, it plays a vital role in the cultural and educational development of the area.
Wuhan
Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province in central China, is a major transportation and industrial hub formed by the merger of three cities—Wuchang, Hankou, and Hanyang. Its history dates back over 3,500 years, and it became a focal point of modern Chinese history during the 1911 Wuchang Uprising, which led to the fall of the Qing dynasty. In recent years, Wuhan gained global attention as the first city to report COVID-19 cases in late 2019, but it has since rebounded as a resilient and vibrant metropolis.
