A new modern library was opened in Almaty

Today, in the city of Almaty, with the support of the Akimat of Almaty city and in celebration of the Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a ceremonial opening of a new modern library took place. The significant cultural event was attended by Deputy Akim of Almaty Abzal Nukenov, Head of the Department of Culture Daniyar Aliyev, writer and Honored Figure of Kazakhstan Akhmetzhan Ashiri, literary scholar and Honored Figure of Kazakhstan Kanseit Abdezuly, announcer and veteran of Kazakh Radio Sauyk Zhakhanova, as well as writers Saule Doszhan, Beibit Sarybay, Muratkhan Shokan, and other representatives of the public, government bodies, science, and culture.

As part of the opening ceremony, guests were offered a special tour showcasing the capabilities and infrastructure of the new library. The library has been designed as a multifunctional cultural and educational space for city residents, harmoniously combining traditional book culture with modern digital technologies. All conditions have been created to ensure a comfortable and productive environment for visitors.

In particular, specially adapted workstations have been provided for people with special needs. A collection of books with large print and in specialized formats for readers with visual impairments has been formed. The library is also equipped with a modern computer hall, quiet zones for individual work and reading, as well as spaces for group meetings and creative projects. The rich book collection and well-developed material and technical base are aimed at meeting the needs of readers of different ages and interests.

During the event, Deputy Akim of Almaty Abzal Nukenov delivered a welcoming speech:

“A library is a place that defines the spiritual breath of a city. On our part, we are creating conditions for acquiring new knowledge and the comprehensive development of citizens. This library is not just a place for reading books, but a modern cultural center where thoughts and ideas come together,” Abzal Nukenov noted, emphasizing the importance of the new library for the life of the city.

One of the library’s unique initiatives is the project “Read – Then Play!”, aimed at increasing children’s and teenagers’ interest in reading. As part of the project, a PlayStation 5 has been installed in the children’s area, offering a new format that combines gaming and reading. This initiative helps attract children to the library space and fosters a culture of reading from an early age.

At the ceremonial gathering, literary scholar and Honored Figure of Kazakhstan Kanseit Abdezuly also spoke, highlighting the educational and cultural significance of the library:

“A library is an important cultural environment that shapes the future reader. The opening of such a modern and fully accessible space brings young people closer to books and elevates reading culture to a new level,” said Kanseit Abdezuly.

The new library creates a fully accessible environment for all visitors, including people with disabilities, and represents an important step toward building an inclusive society. In the future, it will become a popular cultural center uniting city residents who strive for knowledge, creativity, and spiritual development.

This initiative is regarded as a significant contribution to the development of Almaty’s cultural infrastructure, the modernization of reading culture, and the strengthening of the nation’s spiritual values.

The new city library is located at 247 Rozybakiyev Street, Block 7, and is open to residents and guests of the city daily, without weekends, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.