Expo 2021 Dubai best things attraction & activities in Dubai

 

 

 

Dubai Expo 2020 may be the first of its kind event to be held in the MENASA (Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia) region. But, the World Expo has been the most exclusive event of the global events calendar for more than 160 years. Held once every five years, this event lasts for six months and its main objective is to serve as an international platform that allows nations from across the world to display their innovative scientific, technological, artistic and architectural achievements, among others. As Dubai is all set to host the upcoming version of the World Expo from October 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022, it’s expected to be its splendid ever version, with more than 190 countries participating in the event. And its theme is ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.’

If you’re looking for an all-inclusive guide on this amazing event, there is already an exclusive page on our blog which you can take a look to know more about Dubai World Expo, along with its amazing facts, bidding details, history, main theme and sub-themes, highlights, and elegant site features. 

 Top attractions do things in dubai expo  2020

 

1.Discover Dubai Expo 2020 Site & its awe-inducing architecture:

A visit to this 438-hectare site in Dubai South gives you the unique feel of exploring the world in a day. After all, it hosts pavilions of 192 countries, each of which highlights the best of their accomplishments and developments. And not to mention about its architectural majesty, from the UAE’s pavilion which resembles like a falcon in flight to the polygon-shaped Monaco Pavilion and the Chinese Pavilion with its traditional lantern-like design.

Right in its center is the Al Wasl Plaza which links the site’s three massive districts, reflecting the event’s sub-themes (Opportunity, Mobility, and Sustainability). Moreover, these thematic districts are complete with galleries, art installations, and events spaces, all allowing you to explore the significance of these themes.

2. Admire the best that the world has to offer:

As you know, the main objective of this event is to celebrate human accomplishments and ingenuity. Apparently, a visit to Dubai Expo 2020 , the site allows you to take in the finest in art, culture, technology, construction, and scientific innovations, among many others.

3. Experience the Dutch Innovation & Indoor Rainfall:

One of the main highlights of the Netherlands pavilion is a vertical farm that is modeled like a cone. It’s developed in such a way that it’s capable of generating its own water (to moisturize crops) with the help of indoor rainfall. Thanks to SunGlacier, a hi-tech Dutch technology that employs solar energy to source water from the desert air.

4. Meet Robo-Beethoven: 

Yes, this display at the German pavilion’s Cultural Lab gives you the chance to see robots performing in tune with Ludwig van Beethoven, the celebrated German music composer’s classic tracks. But, this is just one of the many attractions that highlight Germany’s ingeniousness in modern science and technology. In fact, you’ll get to see here more including the latest luxury car brands and solar-powered concrete 

5. Enjoy a ride aboard the world’s first ropeless elevator:

This lets you experience the groundbreaking innovation in the elevator industry. Contrary to a conventional elevator, this new concept for skyscrapers, known as MULTI, completely eliminates the use of ropes and instead moves both vertically and horizontally with the help of magnetic technology. Traveling at a speed of 8 to 9 kilometers per hour, the best thing is that it consumes less energy as compared to that of an ordinary elevator.

6. Witness the country’s first opera:

The Dubai World Expo will also see the launch of the country’s first opera, which is multilingual and presented in languages such as Arabic, English, and Russian. Over 100 artists and musicians will be featured in this two-hour spectacle which enlightens you on the Emirati history dating back to over 4,000 years. This is brought to you in association with Welsh National Opera.

7. Delight in Gastronomic Specialties from all over the World:

It’s not a secret that Dubai is a foodies’ paradise, but the city’s dining scene becomes more exciting and energetic during the event. More than 200 restaurants across the event site will let you take in the culinary delights from all over the world. Surely, you can look forward to sampling all cuisines imaginable, be street foods, traditional gastronomic delights, or even haute specialties. What’s more; you’ll get to relish sustainable cuisines prepared using the ingredients brought in from the world’s biggest vertical farm. 

 

8. Be a part of exciting events:

With 60 plus live shows every day, the Expo 2020 site will be a hub of wholesome entertainment with operas, theater shows, concerts, sports events, etc. You can also look forward to sinking in the grand celebrations as part of various events and festivals that take place during the duration of Expo 2020, such as the UAE National Day, New Year’s Eve, Christmas, Chinese New Year, etc.

9. Go Shopping:

Expo 2020 will have on offer over 5,000 official licensed products, thus allowing retail therapy enthusiasts from all over the world to shop a variety of amazing and uniquely designed products both online and offline (from the stores across the site as well as the authorized shops in the country). The exclusive Dubai 2020 branded items on sale will reflect the event’s theme and sub-themes and cover almost all categories like souvenirs, cosmetics, toys, authentic local specialties, health-related stuff, etc.

10. Check out the Dubai Expo 2020 Projects:

You’ll be surprised to know that Dubai had started preparations for the event, soon after it was chosen as the host city of World Expo 2020 (almost seven years back in 2013). Besides the seamless upgrade of its top-notch infrastructure, it also announced several ambitious projects, most of which have been completed. So be sure to check them out; they are not only futuristic and distinct, but also real architectural gems that are certain to blow you away with its intricate designs, marvelous themes, and opulent grandeur. And not to miss among them are 

 

Aladdin City

Al Habtoor City

Dubai Frame

Jewel of the Creek

Dubai Water Canal

Bluewater Islands with Ain Dubai as its focal point

Museum of the Future

Deira Islands

Dubai Creek Harbour

Theme parks such as IMG Worlds of Adventure and Dubai Parks and Resorts 

 

11. Enjoy Dubai’s Classic Sights and Experiences too:

While all of the above attractions and experiences are centered around Dubai Expo, don’t miss out to admire the Dubai’s all-time favorite sights including Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, the palm-shaped man-made islands of Palm Jumeirah, Mall of the Emirates (with Ski Dubai), and Dubai Mall (the biggest of its kind in the world with over 1200 outlets). This is particularly a must if this is your first-ever trip to Dubai.