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Main Library

Here is where people, one frequently finds, lower their voices and raise their minds.

- Richard Armour
(American author)

Main Library

 

The Main Library comprises Old Library ,the West Library ( also known as the Yifu Library ), and the North Library ( the Mochtar Riady Library ). The first two buildings share a similar architectural style , whereas the North Library features a modern design. Together, they form a cohesive unit that harmonizes with other buildings on the central campus.

As the name suggests, the Old Library traces its history back to 1916, when it was first library built at Tsinghua. It is known for its quaint style and architectural beauty. It is one of the four early buildings at Tsinghua University.

West Library was built in 1991. North Library was completed in early 2016 and forms a joint complex with West Library.

West Library primarily features an extensive collection on science, technology and medicine, whereas North Library predominantly houses works on the humanities and social sciences. Both libraries not only offer the opportunity to borrow books, but also a serene environment for reading and studying on-site. Please reserve a seat at Homepage- "Space"-"Seats Reservation" or follow the link https://seat.lib.tsinghua.edu.cn/.

North Library covers an area of about 15,000 square meters has a capacity of over 600,000 books.There are plenty of seats available in the North Library. From the second to the fifth floor, you will find big and antique tables with wooden armchairs.
Power outlets are available under the tables. If you feel like relaxing or want to have a discussion in an open space, the first-floor leisure reading area, equipped with power outlets and comfortable sofas, would be a good choice.
 

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You can enjoy a quiet study atmosphere in the individual study rooms of the North Library. There are several 20-square-meter group study rooms for group discussion. They are equipped with television screens for projectors. The Music Hall, located within the North Library, has two discussion rooms which are ideal for groups to immerse themselves in musical and audiovisual experiences.If you want to use these rooms, you may need to make a reservation in advance. Please visit the following website: http://cab.lib.tsinghua.edu.cn/.