Expo 2020 DUBAI BETTER and the Lasting Legacy of South Kensington
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LET’S BUILD A BETTER TOMORROW CONNECTING MINDS, CREATING THE FUTURE SPRING 2020 EDITION WORLD EXPOS RECORD- OVER TIME LET’S BUILD A 1851 LONDON BREAKING EXPO The first World Expo 2020 DUBAI BETTER and the lasting legacy of South Kensington. TOMORROW In November 2013, Dubai Plant the seeds for the future as you embark on a BE won the bid to host the journey of a lifetime. Be our guest when Dubai will World Expo in 2020, welcome the world to a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. becoming the first Middle 1904 ST. LOUIS Eastern city in history to do Under the theme ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the The ice cream cone was so. Expo 2020 Dubai will set Future’, game-changing innovations and ideas by the invented when one of several ‘firsts’ when it opens world’s brightest minds will change the future of the the concession vendors its doors to visitors for six PART ran out of serving plates world as we know it. Be there when history is written exciting months. and curled a waffle once again. cookie into an ice- cream receptacle. OF 1ST WORLD EXPO in Middle East, Africa and 1939 NEW YORK South East Asia region Radio Corporation 192 HISTORY of America (RCA) introduces live television COUNTRY PAVILIONS to the mass public by Explore the best of broadcasting a speech ideas, innovations, by United States 6 MONTHS culture and President Franklin D of fun, education and entertainment the Roosevelt. innovation world has to offer. 1970 OSAKA The first mobile phone was revealed, 192 giving visitors a glimpse into a much more COUNTRY connected future. PAVILIONS record participation 60+ LIVE EVENTS A DAY 2005 NAGOYA Experience the ASIMO, the humanoid topics of Expo brought robot developed to life in unbelievable by Honda, was first 1 NATION live events and introduced to the public. one pavilion – for performances. WHAT IS A the first time in World WORLD EXPO? Expo history The world’s longest-running and largest mega-event attracts more visitors than the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. World Expos are hosted every five years in cities around the world and have wowed audiences since their inception in London in 1851. 200+ The six-month festival celebrates 2021 DUBAI DINING EXPERIENCES human brilliance and achievements Don’t be left behind Treat and surprise in the fields of architecture, when history is written yourself to a mix of technology, innovation, music, at Expo 2020 Dubai. traditional and boundary- arts and more. Past World Expos pushing dining options have seen innovations such as the from all over the world. mobile phone, X-ray machine and the ice cream cone revealed to the world for the first time. *Content and images subject to change, dates to be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content EXPO 2020 EXPO 2020 SITE MAP THEMES Conveniently located between Dubai 04 & SUBTHEMES and Abu Dhabi, the iconic Expo site is 06 easily accessible to all visitors. Under the theme of ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the 07 Future’, Expo 2020 is guided by the belief that innovation and progress are the result of people and ideas coming together in original and unique ways. Participating 03 nations will showcase their innovations, achievements and aspirations at Expo 2020 in three Thematic Districts, while exploring the subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility 05 and Sustainability. The Expo site is 2x the size of Monaco 02 OPPORTUNITY Explores how we can unlock the potential within ourselves 01 08 Equivalent to 600 football pitches 09 A blueprint for future smart cities MOBILITY Explores how we can create smarter and better connections THE MOBILITY THE OPPORTUNITY THE SUSTAINABILITY EXPO SITE MAP DISTRICT DISTRICT DISTRICT LEGEND Experience the Mobility District and learn how Witness how our lives and actions are As you explore the Sustainability District, Mobility Pavilion 01 we create connections to drive the world interconnected in the Opportunity District. you’ll see some of the world’s most forward, breaking down the divide between Meet the people worldwide who are advanced technology in action, what Mobility District 02 the physical and digital worlds to build a transforming dreams and aspirations into the countries are doing to champion sustainability, harmonious, global society where information, realities of tomorrow, and be empowered to and experience how the human race can ideas and goods are exchanged faster than shape the future by unlocking the potential enjoy living in harmony with nature in a Dubai Exhibition Centre 03 ever before. within yourself. high-tech future. SUSTAINABILITY HIGHLIGHTS: Route 2020 Metro Station 04 HIGHLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: Explores our • Mobility Pavilion. • Opportunity Pavilion. • Sustainability Pavilion. relationship with the Al Wasl Plaza 05 • Ride in an autonomous vehicle and see • Interact and exchange ideas with others, • Stroll beneath solar-energy and water- world we inhabit cutting-edge mobility technologies. connect with strangers and discover condensing ‘trees’, alongside water flowing • Learn about the latest developments in space something new. through traditional ‘falaj’ irrigation channels. Opportunity District 06 exploration, including the UAE National Space • Meet and be inspired by the social innovators • Hammour House: Explore the Programme and Emirates Mars Mission. who are having a measureable impact on coral reefs that hammour fish consider home Opportunity Pavilion 07 • See innovative mobility devices in action on people’s lives across the world. from the viewpoints of artists, scientists, a 340-metre mobility track that runs both • Participate in activities specifically designed schoolchildren and fishermen. Sustainability District 08 underground and out in the open. with youth empowerment and skill-building • At the District Stage, watch cultural shows, in mind. music performances, dance and theatre in a large outdoor area that can accommodate up Sustainability Pavilion 09 to 300 people. *Content and images subject to change, dates to be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content EXPO FOR FAMILIES A TOUCH OF LUXURY Expect daily family-friendly Arrive by helicopter at the nearby entertainment including pop-ups, helipad and take a chauffeur to the mascot shows, one-off events and Expo site. Enjoy hospitality lounge parades. Meet ‘Gnasher’, a giant access with your Ultimate Season machine of consumption and have a Pass. Treat yourself to an eclectic AN meal in the ‘Family Circle’ dining pods. dining experience with a world- Enjoy a children’s library and play zone, renowned chef. cooking classes and soft-play areas. EXPO FOR COUPLES A FOODIE’S HEAVEN Couples will feel the love in the Find global cuisines and local favourites Slovenia Pavilion and can explore in one location. MasterChef, the TV EXPO values connecting us to our lived Experience, is bringing its unique environment. See the magic of the concept to Expo 2020. Find yourself Expo site by night from high up at trying aerogels and edible creations the Observation Tower and enjoy a that glow in the dark in the “Epochal romantic dining experience in one of Banquet: The Future of Food” culinary FOR the restaurants. experience. EXPO FOR BUSINESS ART AFICIONADOS Educate yourself during your Embark on a guided art tour across business trip and join thought the pavilions and discover a journey leadership forums during our Focus of contemporary artworks around Weeks. Establish new networks in the Expo 2020 site. Get creative in the individual country pavilions or one of the many art classes and shop EVERYONE reward your employees by adding innovative design products exclusively Expo 2020 to your corporate available at Expo 2020. incentives programme. EXPO FOR STUDENTS NON-STOP ENTERTAINMENT Join the Expo 2020 Students Listen to a Beethoven-inspired robo- Programme, jam-packed with band in the Germany Pavilion. Watch four school and seven university a-list concerts in one of the parks and journeys matching your curriculum. be amazed by the daily Al Wasl Dome Take a country treasure hunt, attend projection shows and the nightly workshops and seminars and learn spectaculars. about the future with innovations that will revolutionise our world. EXPO FOR FRIENDS TECHIES’ PARADISE Explore the Expo site in a guided Tech and innovation fans will be thrilled group tour. Attend one of the many to enter a 5G time-and-space-tunnel music festivals or theatre shows. in the Korea Pavilion and seeing water Gather around a bonfire and listen to produced from the air in the Czech poetry from around the world. Republic Pavilion. Take a trip on a revolutionary electric linear elevator in the Germany Pavilion. FOR THE THRILL OF IT Join an AR gorilla trek in the real home of mountain gorillas, virtually hike through the Mauritanian forest and take a selfie while you surf! With its historic legacy, Embark on a Congolese adventure groundbreaking innovations and watching active volcanos, glaciers global exchange of ideas, Expo and rainforests. 2020 is relevant to everyone. Be part of global in-depth discussions on topics that move the world, get inspired to create a better HEALTHY TRENDS & CHOICES planet and enjoy thousands of Try Peruvian or Ethiopian superfoods life-changing and memorable or relax in an Organic Café at the experiences whilst learning about Sustainability Pavilion. Attend a yoga the challenges of today and the or meditation class or go cycling and chances for tomorrow. jogging in one of the parks. Discover more: www.expo2020dubai.com *Content and images subject to change, dates to be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content be announced to change, and images dates subject to *Content Each of the three Thematic The landmark pavilions highlight THEMATIC Pavilions will offer fascinating and LANDMARK the UAE as host country, as well thought-provoking experiences as international topics to create PAVILIONS that reflect their given subtheme.