Macao’s Cultural Affairs Bureau launched its 10-minute reading corner programme in April to encourage reading and help residents develop a lifelong reading habit. By the end of September, more than 40 corners had been installed across Macao and the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.
The spaces combine reading and art, with free books of different genres and seats for visitors. Residents can stop and read during their free time, beyond the confines of a traditional library.
The corners are located at sports and education facilities, medical institutions, parks and public spaces, transport hubs, cultural venues and coffee shops. Sites include the Macao Cultural Centre, the Macao Science Center, the Taipa Ferry Terminal and the government’s elderly housing complex. Local coffee shops and businesses are also taking part.
