Xi'an has introduced two groundbreaking cultural and technological spaces at the Xi'an Chanba International Port. The Chang'an Academy's Xi'an Library opened for trial operation on Jan 6, followed by the Chang'an Cloud's Xi'an Science and Technology Museum on Jan 8.

An aerial view of the Chang'an Academy in Xi'an. [Photo/Xi'an Daily]

These state-of-the-art venues, which provide world-class cultural experiences and cutting-edge scientific exploration opportunities, have attracted large crowds eager to explore their offerings.

The Xi'an Library will open later this month. Designed to accommodate 15,000 daily visitors, the library integrates book lending, research education, aesthetic living, cultural events, and interactive activities.

It aims to deliver premium public cultural services, offering readers a rich and immersive cultural journey. The library also features traditional Xi'an cuisine, tea culture experiences, and lecture halls, creating a multi-dimensional cultural hub.

Locals carefully read books at the Xi'an Library. [Photo/Xi'an Daily]

During the Spring Festival, the library will host 165 events, including a children's art exhibition and rare book appreciation sessions. Throughout 2025, the library has planned 820 themed activities, ensuring visitors can experience two to three events daily.

The Xi'an Science and Technology Museum, which covers 59,000 square meters, features seven permanent exhibition halls, two special-effect cinemas, and multiple interactive spaces. Its nearly 500 immersive exhibits will spark curiosity and a love for science among visitors of all ages.

The Mobius strip-inspired art installation Endless Journey at the Xi'an Science and Technology Museum. [Photo/Xi'an Daily]

Its centerpiece is Endless Journey, a 28-meter-tall art installation inspired by the Mobius strip. Weighing 50 metric tons and spanning 161 meters, it vividly illustrates humanity's technological evolution and infinite spirit of exploration. The structure's panels showcase 40 landmark inventions from four industrial revolutions, celebrating human innovation and progress.

These venues mark a new chapter in Xi'an's cultural and scientific legacy, enhancing its status as a global metropolitan hub.