The National Library of China (NLC), located in Beijing, stands as one of the largest and most influential libraries in the world. Established in 1909, the library has evolved into a vast center of learning, research, and digital innovation — preserving China’s rich literary and cultural heritage.
The National Library of China blends modern architectural design with traditional Chinese cultural elements. The North Area, opened in 2008, features contemporary reading halls, large glass walls, and digital access centers. The design symbolizes the fusion of ancient scholarship and modern technology.
中国国家图书馆（National Library of China，简称 NLC） 位于北京，是世界上规模最大、最具影响力的图书馆之一。该馆始建于1909年，经过百余年的发展，已成为集学习、研究与数字化创新于一体的重要中心，肩负着保护和传承中华优秀文学与文化遗产的使命。
Established: 1909 (originally the Imperial Library of Peking)
Location: 33 Zhongguancun South Street, Beijing, China
建筑与设计
中国国家图书馆将现代建筑设计与中国传统文化元素巧妙融合。2008年启用的北区，设有现代化阅览厅、宽阔的玻璃幕墙以及数字化信息中心。整体设计象征着古代学术精神与现代科技的完美结合。
成立时间： 1909年（原名为京师图书馆）
地址： 中国北京市中关村南大街33号
Collections
- Over 37 million volumes of books and documents
- Nearly 1 million ancient and rare books
- Oracle bone inscriptions, bamboo slips, ancient maps, and imperial archives
- Extensive foreign literature and digital collections
Special treasures include the Dunhuang manuscripts, Confucian classics, and imperial archives from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
馆藏资源
馆藏总量超过 3,700万册图书与文献
近 100万册古籍与珍稀文献
收藏包括 甲骨文、竹简、古地图、历代档案 等珍贵资料
拥有丰富的 外文文献与数字资源
馆藏珍品包括 敦煌文献、儒家经典、明清皇室档案 等。
Digital Library and Public Services
The NLC is also a leader in digital preservation. Its Digital Library Project allows users worldwide to access rare Chinese documents and multimedia materials online.
- Open reading rooms
- Research and reference assistance
- Cultural exhibitions and lectures
- Digital resources in multiple languages
As a guardian of China’s cultural memory, the National Library plays a vital role in education, research, and cultural preservation. It organizes exhibitions, book fairs, and cultural exchange programs that connect China’s literary traditions with the world.
数字图书馆与公共服务
中国国家图书馆在数字化保护领域居于领先地位。“国家数字图书馆工程” 让世界各地的用户能够在线查阅珍稀中文文献及多媒体资料。
主要服务包括：
对公众开放的阅览室
学术研究与参考咨询服务
各类文化展览与讲座
多语种数字资源
作为中国文化记忆的守护者，国家图书馆在教育、科研与文化传承中发挥着重要作用。馆方定期举办 展览、书展、文化交流活动，让中国的文学传统与世界接轨。
Visiting Information
- Entry: Free (with valid ID)
- Opening Hours: Check on the official website
- Photography: Restricted in rare book zones
- Address: 33 Zhongguancun South Street, Beijing, China
参观信息
入馆： 免费（凭有效身份证件）
开放时间： 请查看官方网站
摄影： 珍稀古籍区禁止拍照
地址： 北京市中关村南大街33号
The National Library of China stands as a living monument to the nation’s intellectual and cultural journey. It is not just a library — it’s a gateway into China’s past, present, and future of knowledge.
中国国家图书馆是一座承载着民族智慧与文化记忆的“活的纪念碑”。它不仅是一座图书馆，更是一扇通往中国过去、现在与未来知识世界的大门。
