National Public Information Library Introduction
The National Digital Library of Public Information (NDLPI) is a national-level public library and digital library. In addition to collecting, organizing, and archiving various books and digital resources, promoting reading, and providing information services, it is also responsible for guiding public libraries at all levels across the country. The main branch is located on Wuqyuan South Road in the South District of Taichung City, and it was inaugurated in 2012. It has three branches: Liming, Jingwu, and Zhongxing. The main building has five floors above ground and two underground levels, covering an area of 2.164 hectares, with a total floor area of approximately 41,797 square meters. The library is generally divided into areas for reader services, meeting and learning, public services, and administrative support. Its exterior design features a streamlined river motif, symbolizing the flow of infinite knowledge. The interior space adopts an outside-in design concept, integrating the outdoor views of different floors into the decorating colors and furniture, creating a spacious, bright, and modern environment. Special areas are designated for different age groups such as children, teenagers, and seniors. Additionally, the library incorporates emerging technologies such as motion sensing, augmented reality, RFID, and 3D film, planning interactive and engaging experience installations, making it an ideal place for the public to read, relax, and learn.
