Expo 2020 in Dubai: everything you need to know

Dubai Expo 2020 is a large-scale event held between October 2021 and March 2022.

Today, I'm going back over the details of this exhibition, which may not have said its last word!

Expo 2020 in Dubai: article summary

What is a world's fair?

A world's fair is an event that takes place in different countries around the world with the aim of present the latest advances in various fields.

The very first Expo event took place in 1851 and was called "The Great Exhibition". Organized in London, it showcased the advances in technology of the Victorian era. In France, it wasn't until 1889 that the exhibition was held in Paris. The Eiffel Tower was inaugurated.

When did Expo 2020 take place?

The dates for Expo 2020 are :

• From October 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022

Where was Expo 2020 located?

Expo 2020 was set up at Expo Road in Dubai's southern district. It took place :

• À 30 minutes Al Maktoum International Airport.
• À 40 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

To get there, you could borrow :

• The metro

How many people visited Expo 2020?

More 25 million people attended Expo 2020of which only 30 % come from the United Arab Emirates themselves.

This is a record number of visitors, unmatched by any previous World's Fair event.

Tickets cost :

• 120 AED for the 1-day pass
• 260 AED for the 3-day pass
• 350 AED for the monthly pass

What was the theme of Expo 2020?

Expo 2020 has a fitting theme that represents what Dubai is and always will be: "Connecting minds, creating the future". There are 3 sub-themes at Expo 2020: Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability.

The countries taking part in the event are divided into the main sub-themes, presenting their best innovations to impress all visitors.

What are the best pavilions at Expo 2020?

Some pavilions really stood out at Expo 2020. These include :

• United Arab Emirates
• Sweden
• Spain
• The United Kingdom
• Germany
• Thailand
• Italy
• Korea
• Australia
• The Netherlands
• Poland

What was the aim of Expo 2020?

Expo 2020 aimed to celebrating culture, collaboration and innovation in the heart of the United Arab Emirates.

Expo 2020 accompanied visitors on a unique journey, giving them a glimpse of what the future held in store.

Why did companies take part in Expo 2020?

An event as important as a world's fair represents opportunities for unlimited partnerships for companies in all fields.

Investors and entrepreneurs came from all over the world to show off their most impressive innovations.

What does the future hold for the Dubai Expo?

In the aftermath of Expo 2020, the premises have not been abandoned, but have become a veritable neighbourhood. showcasing some of the innovations on display at the event. Today, the exhibition site is called District 2020. This is where innovative companies take center stage.

As a result, many companies specializing in new technologies have taken over the space, and continue to do so. to innovate in their field.

World Expo 2020 in Dubai is an event that has definitively propelled the city into the heart of the modern world. With the presentation of innovations and the conversion of premises into spaces dedicated to new technology, Dubai is now one of the world's most influential cities!

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