Books have the power to take to another different world, which is why many would love to sit in one corner with their favorite book on both hands. As a bookworm, you would have also dreamt of having your own library someday. The good news is you can make your dream into reality, all thanks to the beautiful libraries in Malaysia, where you can not only read all the books you want but also take some Instagrammable photos.
1. Kurau Community Library
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The Kurau Community Library in Bangsar is a three-storey library designed with cement and steel that creates a great reading environment for every book lover. It features more than 35 thousand books, all from popular donations — most are English books.
Location: 45, Lorong Kurau, Taman Bukit Pantai, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Hours: 3:00pm – 7:00pm; Closed on Mondays
2. BookXcess
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Located in the Gurney Paragon Mall in Penang is the longest bookshelf (70-meter long) with a 10-meter high double shelf that is full of books of different genres. In addition to the good reading atmosphere of this library, it can also serve as a photo-punching spot.
Location: 7.06-7.16 & L8.02-08 Gurney Paragon Mall, Gurney Dr, 10250 Penang
Hours: Mon-Sun, 10:00am – 10:00pm
3. Raja Tun Uda Library
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People who live in or near Klang Valley are probably no longer stranger to Raja Tun Ada Library as it serves as the ultra-luxurious National Library of Klang Valley. The books here are all-inclusive; those books that are hard to find may be seen and read here! Aside from renting books, there is also a gym and 6D movies to enjoy at this library.
Location: Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Selangor (PPAS), Perpustakaan Raja Tun Ada, Jalan Kelab Golf 13/6, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 03 5519 7667
Hours: Tue-Fri, 10:00am – 7:00pm; Sat-Sun, 9:30am – 9:00pm; Closed on Public Holidays
Website: http://ppas.gov.my
4. Monalisa Bookstore
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Another great place for bookworms! Monalisa Bookstore is a very spacious, bright, and quiet environment suitable for those who find relaxation by reading books.
Location: F-8-1, Pusat Perdagangan Bandar Bukit Jalil, Persiaran Jalil 1, Kuala Lumpur
Contact: 03-8657 5188
Hours: 10:30am – 8:30pm; Closed on Mondays
5. Little Giraffe Library (长颈鹿图书馆)
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An old house turned into a beautiful library! Little Giraffe Library is a library and a cafe at the same time. It has an area where kids can have fun while learning through various materials like educational board games and educational books.
Location: 114, Jalan 15, Batu 11 Cheras, 43200 Selangor
Contact: 012-632 2955
Hours: Wed-Sat, 12:00nn – 10:00pm; Sun, 12:00nn – 7:00pm; Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
