As the sun sets, casting warm hues across Tianfu Square, our journey brings us to a grand structure across the way. This is the Sichuan Provincial Library, or as you might hear it called locally, the Sìchuān Shěng Túshūguǎn. Don’t be fooled by the modern facade. This institution holds over a century of stories within its walls. Founded in the wake of the Xinhai Revolution in 1912, the Sichuan Provincial Library initially found its home in a modest blue brick building. Imagine the contrast, a symbol of modern learning against the backdrop of ancient Chengdu! It quickly became a beacon of knowledge, one of the earliest public libraries in all of China. Now a powerhouse in Western China, holding millions of volumes, the library boasts a particularly unique treasure. Within its collection lies the captivating Long Scroll of 100 Pictures of Giant Pandas Thangka, a masterpiece that debuted here in 2020. As you explore this vibrant city, remember the Sichuan Provincial Library stands as a testament to Chengdu’s enduring thirst for knowledge.
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