People read at the Zikawei Library in east China's Shanghai, May 17, 2025. In recent years, Shanghai has been promoting the construction of key public cultural facilities and cultural landmarks with Shanghai characteristics.

Statistics show that in 2024, more than 2,500 cultural activities were held in these facilities, which served nearly 20 million visits.

These public cultural spaces in Shanghai not only meet the daily cultural needs of the citizens, but also attract tourists to experience local culture. They become showcases to display the charm of Shanghai culture. [Xinhua/Chen Shuo]