Completed and put into operation on July 1, 2005, Longgang Cultural Centre covers a land area of 36,153 square meters and a total floor area of 86,459.14 sq m, with a total investment of 550 million yuan (＄76.39 million). It serves as a key hub for public cultural services in Longgang district. The complex consists of four interconnected yet relatively independent zones (Block A, B, C and D). Equipped with a grand theatre, concert hall, cultural centre, library, children’s library and museum, it delivers one-stop cultural and leisure services. As a versatile cultural venue, it offers ideal places for residents to enjoy performances, visit exhibitions, read books and engage in painting.