A cool breeze, some vitamin D, and a good book. Does it get much better than that?

If you ask a resident of South Korea’s capital city, Seoul, the answer would probably be a resounding “no.” The city’s innovative Outdoor Library concept recently drew in a million visitors in just three months, and has attracted 6 million since launching in 2022.

What is it?

“The Seoul Outdoor Library is designed as a vibrant space where people can freely read books and engage in cultural activities outside the traditional library setting,” according to the official city website. The space features chairs, rentable books, and multiple locations.

The new park features a stage and courts for basketball and pickleball. | Photo courtesy of Forsyth County Government

Where would one go in Winston-Salem?

Our vote? The new Highland Avenue Park. There’s plenty of shade cover to suppress the North Carolina heat, open spaces for lounging, beautiful greenery for the perfect visual backdrop, and a play area for the kiddos to keep themselves entertained.

Where would you put one? Let us know.