National Taitung University Library and Information Center explained

National Taitung University Library and Information Center 國立臺東大學圖書資訊館
Type:	academic library
Established:	8 December 2014
Location:	Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan
Coordinates:	22.7358°N 121.0677°W

The National Taitung University Library and Information Center is the academic library of National Taitung University in Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan.

History

The library was inaugurated on 8 December 2014 after being constructed with a cost of NT$460 million.^[1]

Architecture

The shape of the library resembles a pyramid with elements of mountains and ocean. Its roof is filled with grass. It has a total floor area of 13,000 m² with 6,500 m² reading area.^[2]

Awards

• FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Award for Public Infrastructure Amenities (2019)
• Architizer.com one of the eight most special libraries in the world^[3]

See also

• Education in Taiwan

Notes and References

1. Web site: 4 December 2014. New Taitung University Library and Information Center Opens Up New World of Knowledge for Students and Locals. Taitung County Government. 19 July 2019.
2. News: Strong. Matthew. 18 July 2019. Taitung University library in Taiwan celebrates international architecture award. Taiwan News. 19 July 2019.
3. News: Strong. Matthew. Taitung University library in Taiwan celebrates international architecture award. Taiwan News. 20 July 2019.