Date: 5 July 2026 (Half-day tour)
Assembly Time: 9:00 AM
Assembly Point: Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Highlights:

1. Raja Tun Uda Library (Selangor State Public Library), Shah Alam

• Malaysia’s premier world-class public library, located just outside the Kuala Lumpur city center in the scenic city of Shah Alam, this award-winning, six-storey architectural masterpiece perfectly exemplifies how modern societies can completely revolutionize public reading spaces. Welcoming over one million visitors annually under its inspiring “My Second Home” philosophy, it beautifully pairs extensive literary collections with the country’s most advanced library technology.

  Visitors will be fascinated by its cutting-edge infrastructure, featuring high-speed digital co-working zones, state-of-the-art virtual reality spaces, and interactive multimedia theaters. Framed by floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering panoramic views of a tranquil lake and the iconic Blue Mosque, it provides a breathtaking, serene environment to reflect on vital congress themes like accessibility and reading promotion.

  Entirely free to enter, Pustaka Raja Tun Uda seamlessly bridges traditional Malaysian cultural warmth with futuristic innovation. It is an unmissable destination for any global publishing professional looking to witness community-driven literacy in action. Discover the vibrant heart of Selangor’s modern reading culture and enrich your Congress experience from this visit!

  In conjunction with the IPA Congress 2026, the library celebrates the 200th anniversary of Carlo Collodi, creator of Pinocchio with the Pinocchio Illustration Exhibition, brought to you especially in partnership with the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, also a partner of the Congress.

2. The Library, by BookXcess (ASEAN’s largest 24/7 Bookstore)

• Step into a literal dream world at The Library by BookXcess, located on Level 2 of Sunway Square Mall. Spanning a massive 38,000 square feet over two floors, this breathtaking flagship location holds the title of Southeast Asia’s largest 24-hour bookstore. It is a surreal literary sanctuary housing over one million affordably priced books amidst towering, floor-to-ceiling shelves and nearly one kilometer of winding walkways.

  Designed as a “library that never sleeps,” it functions as a vibrant cultural hub rather than just a store. Visitors are greeted by stunning, museum-worthy art installations, including thousands of “Flying Books” suspended in mid-air and the dramatic Whale Fall ceiling sculpture crafted by local artist CO2 from rescued, flood-damaged books. Architectural “Cones” pay a creative tribute to Sunway’s historical tin-mining heritage, perfectly blending the past with modern, Instagrammable aesthetics.

  Beyond its endless maze of fiction and non-fiction, the space is meticulously built for lingering, study, and late-night inspiration. Cozy reading nooks, open collaborative workspaces, and a majestic grand piano sit alongside incredible lifestyle partners. You can grab a freshly brewed coffee from Kenny Hills Bakers, enjoy refreshing sips at Good Mojo Smoothies, or browse chic apparel at FRAK/TURE Fashion Studio. Complete with panoramic evening views overlooking the tranquil Sunway South Quay lake, it is an absolute must-visit destination for bookworms, night owls, and creative minds alike.