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National Library of Singapore
National Library of Singapore
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H&M
Singapore, Singapore48 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Outstanding exhibition on Mapping The World
Highly recommend going over to take a look at some wonderfully curated perspectives on map making from Asia.
The maps tell stories of not only geography, but also of culture , identity, religion , and politics.
The exhibit is very well setup and visually stunning. The quality of artifacts is amazing as well.
Highly recommend
Highly recommend going over to take a look at some wonderfully curated perspectives on map making from Asia.
The maps tell stories of not only geography, but also of culture , identity, religion , and politics.
The exhibit is very well setup and visually stunning. The quality of artifacts is amazing as well.
Highly recommend
Written 2 April 2022
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kim buay p
Singapore, Singapore11,016 contributions
Mar 2021
Previously, this present site of the National Library was occupied by the Empress Hotel which opened in 1928. It was a four-storey hotel with its distinctive tower and a rooftop restaurant, the Empress Restaurant. This restaurant was a popular venue for holding weddings and various other social gatherings. It was known for its popular brand of mooncakes, the ‘Queen of the Mooncakes’. During the mooncake festival, I remembered that the hotel would be gaily decorated with its advertisement for the mooncakes. It was demolished in 1985.
The Lee Kong Chian Reference Library is very impressive for its wide selection of materials and books. Coupled with the lovely ambience for reading the reference materials is the gorgeous views of the surroundings. There are periodic exhibitions held here too. Its central location is ideal for a National Library.
The Lee Kong Chian Reference Library is very impressive for its wide selection of materials and books. Coupled with the lovely ambience for reading the reference materials is the gorgeous views of the surroundings. There are periodic exhibitions held here too. Its central location is ideal for a National Library.
Written 15 May 2021
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia10,480 contributions
May 2020
You may want to browse or you may be seeking infomration; either way, the National Library of Singapore will suit you. Singapore is a smart country, that lives off its brains, and the library is an important resource. If you just want to look around, please do so. The averge visist is 2 hours. Han's Cafe has light meals like sandwiches and fish and chips; there's also a playground for kids. It's a very big library, there's something fo everyone.
Written 8 July 2020
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SierraAlphaFoxtrot
Leicester, UK119 contributions
Feb 2020
The National Library of Singapore is located really close to the Bugis Station on the Singapore MRT. It is beautiful, consists of many floors of millions of books and a multitude of computers and places to sit and read. One issue might be the lack of public access to printing [but there are print shops across the road next to the post office].
A helpful hint- if its hot outside, pop into the NLS, the a/c is always set to low :D
A helpful hint- if its hot outside, pop into the NLS, the a/c is always set to low :D
Written 18 April 2020
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Alicia
Singapore, Singapore92 contributions
Mar 2020
Super cool library with so many floors. There's exhibits and galleries upstairs that are pretty interesting.
Written 24 March 2020
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insertnamerighthere
Singapore, Singapore236 contributions
Mar 2020
Large selection of books. lots of study area and spaces. also has a theatre and large childrens' section
Written 20 March 2020
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alex t
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia5 contributions
Jan 2020
Great place to educate one self in a very comfy setting. A pride many other countries could try to emulate,
Written 1 February 2020
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SL9999
Kolkata (Calcutta), India912 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
Huge building with stunning modern architecture and a truly impressive collection of books, very well organized by floors and sections. There were free galleries on the upper levels with exhibitions showing. Not really a tourist spot, but we love a well kept library and came away very happy.
Written 19 January 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia10,480 contributions
Jul 2019
The Nationbal Library of Singapore is in the island-state's Civic District. It is that rare thing, a combination of central reference library and public lending library. The Library is housed in a modern purpose-built 16 storey. twin tower building. The reference library is named for Lee Kong Chian. The Lee foundation made a generous donation to the library. The reference library is able to access a wide variety of media. You can get a marvellous view from the rooftop, which is sometimes used for functions. Nothing stands still in Singapore, we can expect the National Library to continue to improve over the years as technology coninues to evolve.
Written 15 October 2019
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wireless_in_CA
United States4,516 contributions
Sep 2019 • Solo
I took a short break from my wandering and went inside this large, multi floor library. It had a very modern design with bright and open air floor plan that made it nice to sit back and study or read a book.
A film room, kids room, and an open air patio on the top added to the options inside.
Also on the top floor was a nice exhibit on the history of the National Library which is worth a browse if you have time and an interest.
A film room, kids room, and an open air patio on the top added to the options inside.
Also on the top floor was a nice exhibit on the history of the National Library which is worth a browse if you have time and an interest.
Written 8 October 2019
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We are planning to visit the Central Public Library, Singapore this June 11th.. we are from Cebu, Philippines. What will be the entry process? Do we need to book ahead of time? Thank you.
Pradip B
Kolkata (Calcutta), India878 contributions
No need to book in advance. No entry fees. You may come, enter and read books at your convenience.
Joy Foo Y
Singapore, Singapore1 contribution
Does the study lounge have charging ports?
sbokhari53
Singapore, Singapore125 contributions
Yes, pretty much all tables have charging ports. Not sure about the lounge. However, the ever-helpful ladies at the counter will be able to guide you accordingly
RavinderSingh25
Chandigarh , India60 contributions
Can any one , who is not a citizen of Singapore and on business trip for 5 days, borrow books from Library?
Nthenya
Singapore, Singapore244 contributions
No. You need to be a resident of singapore but you are free to visit and it has nice quiet spaces you can use to read.
NiekeWibowo
Jakarta, Indonesia10 contributions
What does National Library of Singapore has to offer for 1 year old kid? Thank you
roadtripswc
United States273 contributions
You may have visited the library by now.
There's a young children section at the basement. Wonderful to be able to watch them roam at a secured area with many age appropriate books.
MrittikaRoy
Kolkata (Calcutta), India66 contributions
Hello,
This is Mrittika from India.
Am visiting Singapore from 23-Feb'15 till 1-Mar'15 for vacation along with my parents. Would like to know about the entry fee per adult for this destination. Also, how do I get there using public transportation from Hotel Park Sovereign-Albert?
Thanks.
Laird Philip K
London, UK81 contributions
Good afternoon from London. There is no entry fee as this is a Public Library. I should walk there as you can take in all the sights and sounds of Singapore on the way. I stay at the Intercontinental Hotel just by the Library and there are
small but interesting shops in the shopping centre. There are also some interesting eateries in the Foodhall for you to try. Make sure you visit Little India whilst visiting Singapore. It is almost as if you are in India ! ! ! try out some of the wonderful food ! I adore Singapore and visit most years, I do hope that you have a most wonderful time.
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- (0.12 km) The Lobby Lounge at InterContinental Singapore
- (0.15 km) Man Fu Yuan
- Attractions near National Library of Singapore:
- (0.15 km) Mint Museum of Toys
- (0.20 km) Loof
- (0.20 km) Raffles Hotel Arcade
- (0.16 km) St Joseph's Church
- (0.15 km) National Design Centre