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What comes to mind when you read “Dubai World Expo 2020”? While many of us have attended fairs, expos and fetes growing up, none of them would have prepared you for the scale of Dubai World Expo 2020! Let us start with the fact that it is one of largest events to take place globally since the pandemic hit. Here’s everything you need to know about the 6 month long party and why you must not miss out!
What Is Dubai World Expo 2020?
It is a 6 month long global gathering designed and hosted to mark the 50th anniversary of the UAE. Expo 2020 is one of the largest events to take place globally this year. It opened itself for visitors in October 2021 and will continue to host people from all over the world till March 2022. There are 190+ countries who have partnered to set up their pavilions for the event and only the best experiences have been curated to be showcased at the Dubai World Expo 2020.
Here are 15 urgent reasons why you need to buy your tickets for this spectacular event and be there!
1. 190+ International Pavilions
Think of a perfect way to meet different people from 190 different countries! Dubai Expo 2020 is exactly that! More than 190 countries will be showcasing their talent across three different themes of Opportunity, Mobility & Sustainability at the Expo 2020. Every country has at least one pavilion set up for themselves, which are further categorized into the themes mentioned above. So if you are keeping count, let’s just say the Dubai World Expo is massive with way too many attractions for you to check out!
You can visit each of these pavilions and learn a little more about the country’s infrastructure, culture, music, cuisine, innovative technology, futuristic outlook and sustainable vision. You can also get the perfect keepsake by picking up your Expo Passport from the Official Store and getting it stamped as you visit pavilions around the site. It would be as if you flew to a new country to explore everything they have to offer!
2. 200+ Restaurants Serving 50+ Global Cuisines
Prepare your taste buds to get excited by a range of culinary extravaganza as Expo revealed award-winning chefs and brand-new dining concepts across 200+ eateries. The celebrity chef line-up includes David Myers, Matthew Kenney and Rohit Ghai to name a few.
You can pick and choose from a country of your choice and be transported to the destination as you dig into the rich flavors of the country. We see no better opportunity than Expo 2020, to dive deeper into world cuisines, all at one place with Dubai Honeymoon Package! We suggest you enter the grounds with an empty stomach as there is much to feed on.
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3. Six Special Day Celebrations
What can be more beautiful than a global event that celebrates festivals from all over the world in unison. Imagine a beautiful coming together of cultures and people in peace to celebrate the progress we have made as a species and to find a common ground to stand on. The idea is to instill a feeling of magical sustainability that can stem from coming together of different cultures.
Dubai Expo 2020 already celebrated Diwali 2021 in the most spectacular way. Digital rangolis lit up the compounds with interactive musical LED rangoli which got activated when visitors stepped on sensors, radiating light and patterns to represent happiness, positivity and prosperity. Expo’s Diwali celebrations featured India’s Salim and Sulaiman Merchant, and Bollywood playback singer Vipul Mehta. ‘Late Nights @ Expo’ also hosted a series of music events to commemorate the festival of lights, including a showcase from Indian rapper Badshah.
While you may have missed one celebration, make sure to attend at least one of the five celebrations left, namely – UAE National Day, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Chinese New Year and International Women’s Day. We are already psyched to witness how Expo 2020 makes these celebrations super special!
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4. More Than 60 LIVE Events Each Day
There is not a single dull day at Expo 2020. From morning 10:00 am to midnight on weekdays and till 2:00 am on weekends, you will get to witness a minimum of 60 LIVE events every single day! Let’s just say that you will be spoilt for choices and restrained by time on top of that, so make sure you book your stay for a longer duration so that you don’t miss out on a lot.
5. SpaceX Rocket At The USA Pavilion
Here’s something for all science and space enthusiasts. The USA Pavilion at the Expo 2020 showcases the SpaceX Falcon rocket along with exhibits and artefacts, such as pieces of rock from the moon and the US Mars Rover. So make sure you check them out!
6. Historically Relevant For Famous Launches Like The Telephone!
Did you know that some of the most popular inventions were launched at World Expos? Historically, the best space to showcase your discovery/product was an Expo with international visitors. Invention(s) featured at World Expos in the past include the telephone (Philadelphia, 1876), the Eiffel Tower (Paris, 1889), the Ferris wheel (Chicago, 1893), the X-Ray machine (Buffalo, 1901), the ice cream cone (St Louis 1904), the commercial broadcast television (New York, 1939) and IMAX (Osaka, 1970). Witness history being made, what do we know, an innovation from the Dubai World Expo 2020 could just end up changing the world!
7. Engaging Thematic Districts
As mentioned earlier, the Expo 2020 is categorized into 3 different themes. The three petal-shaped Thematic Districts are central to the design of the masterplan and reflect the sub themes of Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability. Each Thematic District will include a Thematic Pavilion, housing interactive exhibitions and engaging content to explore the themes in a fun and entertaining way.
8. Run With People From 192 Countries
Dubai World Expo 2020 has an exciting running program for runners from around the world. Get your running gear on and cover the world pavilions with participants from 190+ countries! For all you marathon lovers, this one will give you a run for your money!
9. Sporting Activities From Around The World
There’s something for everyone at the Expo 2020. Dubai Sports Council and Dubai World Expo 2020 have teamed up to offer a diverse sporting programme packed with free activities, exhibition matches, celebrity sporting stars and an entire hub dedicated to fitness and wellness.
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10. An Opportunity To Interact With Whales
Have you ever seen a humpback whale? You can find one at Rashid’s Playground for whales. Yep, you read it right! You can even mount yourself onto the back of one of these giant creatures – make sure to watch out for the blowhole while you are at it!
11. Designing Your Own Aircraft
Now this one is for all big Dexter’s Laboratory fans! If you are into robots and aircrafts, then put the Emirates pavilion on your list! Discover the future of aircraft cabin design while designing your very own aircraft at the Emirates Pavilion, experimenting with robotic arms and exploring the innovative metallic and composite materials of the future.
12. Interactive Robotic Penguins In Monaco Pavilion
Encounter cutting-edge robotic baby penguins at the Monaco Pavilion! This one is super exciting and adorable at the same time. You can play a ‘jump and run’-style game to guide a baby penguin through different challenges, including ice cracks, leopard seals and plastic rubbish, until they are reunited with a group of adult penguins. Enjoy the virtual challenge of ensuring the ultimate homecoming of the baby penguin!
13. Garden In The Sky
For all adventure lovers, imagine getting the chance to get clicked in a garden that is 55 meters above the ground! Much similar to the rides we have all grown to enjoy, the top of Garden In The Sky is an ideal spot to explore the Expo in all its totality. It’s also a great spot to get a panoramic view of the event and click pictures. The 360 degree view from the top is a wonder that will give you the opportunity to witness the 193 pavilions at one go!
14. EXPO 2020 Water Feature
If you look up Dubai Expo 2020 on Instagram, you will get loaded with innumerable videos of the Water Feature. The 14-metre-high walls of the spectacular Expo 2020 Water Feature is designed to perfection, Be prepared to get mesmerized by the 360-degree immersive water, light and fire show, set to music curated by Game of Thrones composer Ramin Djawadi. The flow of the water moves well synchronized with the music, making it a delightful spectacle to witness and experience. Make sure to capture this enchanting experience!
15. Retail Therapy At World Souq
Now this one is for all the shopaholics reading this. If you are someone who likes to source local products from different countries or always carry a memoir from your travels, we have some exciting news for you. The World Souq features a range of beautiful pieces of ethically sourced craftsmanship from around the world. For all connoisseurs of art and culture, let us conclude this article by talking about the numerous artifacts you can procure from a single event. The World Souq in itself is an opportunity to explore global cultures and crafts in synchrony.
It goes without saying that if people from all over the world are visiting, then the protective measures are strictly in place. The well-being of everyone working at and attending Expo 2020 Dubai is the top priority of the authorities, allowing you to focus on one thing: creating memories that will last a lifetime! So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets now and experience the magic of Dubai World Expo 2020!
