After having entertained, inspired and educated millions of visitors over 180 days, Expo 2020 Dubai drew to a tearful close on March 31,2022 and became a part of #history   . For its hundreds of thousands of loyal patrons, the event was more than a destination; it was an emotion. The end of the event has probed people to look more into the history of world expos and the future of EXPO2020 .

HISTORY OF WORLD EXPOS


World Expos, officially known as International Registered Exhibitions, are a global gathering of nations dedicated to finding solutions to pressing challenges of our time by offering a journey inside a universal theme through engaging and immersive activities. World Expos welcome tens of millions of visitors, allow countries to build extraordinary pavilions and transform the host city for years to come. They are held every 5 years with a duration up to 6 months. they have the main motto as cooperation, education and innovation.

World Expos, organised under the auspices of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) , are hosted by national governments with the participation of a number of countries and international organisations . Unparalleled in their duration, the scope of their exhibits and the number of their participating countries, World Expos are extraordinary events with a far-reaching impact.

 

BIRTH OF THE CONCEPT

Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, spearheaded ‘The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations’, which was held in the custom-built Crystal Palace between May and October 1851. This  very first World Expo was a unique gathering of nations, showcasing material progress based on technological innovation. Since their debut in London in 1851, World Expos have grown in their scale and reach, and are often seen as the "economic, cultural and technological Olympics". The concept became popular and was repeated across the globe, demonstrating an unparalleled power of attraction and a record of world-class legacies.
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Model of the Crystal Palace,London

 The European Industrial Revolution heralded the start of the World Expo movement. The idea behind the Expos was to celebrate industry, production and progress in a context of peace and friendship. Historic World Expos helped power economies, drive scientific and technological development and stimulate creativity across many fields of humanity. World Expos were originally developed to showcase technical innovations and promote the social and cultural influence of the host and participant nations. Their all-encompassing nature made them a fascinating and instructive experience for visitors, exposing them to the important advances of the time. For 170 years, World Expos have provided a platform to showcase the greatest innovations that have shaped the world we live in today . 
 

THE GREAT EXHIBITION  OF 1851

The Great Exhibition in London was held in the iconic Crystal Palace in 1851 to showcase the inventions of the Industrial Revolution..By bringing together the best and most advanced creations from around the world, the Expo fostered a form of peaceful competition, but moreover sought to encourage the exchange of ideas and inspire visitors.

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Exterior view of Crystal Palace

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