In the midst of world financial crisis: Shanghai Expo
Two hundred and thirty-one countries and international organizations have confirmed participation in the Shanghai World Expo 2010 as of February 23.
The 231 participants include 185 countries and 46 international organizations. The expo will feature two highlights: a showcase of the best examples and ideas of how cities can be developed, and an online expo that will allow people around the world access to the expo's offerings. More than 100 cultural activities will be held during the six months and a summit will be held to discuss urban sustainable development.
Shanghai World Expo's organizers launched ticket sales for the global gala to be held in the Chinese economic hub from May 1 to October 31, 2010. Each visitor can enter the area of Expo 2010 Shanghai China for only 160 yuan (US$23.40) per visit during the 184-day grand show, according to an official speaking at a press conference in Beijing.
Shanghai is anticipating around 70 million visitors from home and abroad next year, with an estimated daily number of 400,000 visitors.
Are you coming?
Shanghai is anticipating around 70 million visitors from home and abroad next year, with an estimated daily number of 400,000 visitors.
Are you coming?
An artist's rendition of China Pavillion at Shanghai Expo.
Macau Pavillion
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