Uzbekistan pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai - in pictures

  • The Uzbekistan pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has three elliptical structures, symbolising the historic Silk Road cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
    The Uzbekistan pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has three elliptical structures, symbolising the historic Silk Road cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
  • Uzbek lanterns at the Expo pavilion are a big hit with the visitors.
    Uzbek lanterns at the Expo pavilion are a big hit with the visitors.
  • A model of the Scientific Educational Centre, which will be completed in 2022.
    A model of the Scientific Educational Centre, which will be completed in 2022.
  • Visitors looking at a map of Silk Road at the Uzbekistan pavilion.
    Visitors looking at a map of Silk Road at the Uzbekistan pavilion.
  • Uzbek handmade crafts and garments in the souvenir shop.
    Uzbek handmade crafts and garments in the souvenir shop.
  • Uzbekistan has participated in previous Expos but this is the first time the country has put up its own pavilion.
    Uzbekistan has participated in previous Expos but this is the first time the country has put up its own pavilion.
  • Uzbekistan offers Expo visitors a glimpse of its potential in the fields of trade, economy and tourism..
    Uzbekistan offers Expo visitors a glimpse of its potential in the fields of trade, economy and tourism..
  • Uzbekistan wants to use its Expo pavilion after March next year as a focal point for its activities in the region.
    Uzbekistan wants to use its Expo pavilion after March next year as a focal point for its activities in the region.
  • Uzbekistan wants to promote its fledgling tourism industry through Expo 2020 Dubai.
    Uzbekistan wants to promote its fledgling tourism industry through Expo 2020 Dubai.
  • Uzbekistan allows visa-free entry for 80 countries, including UAE citizens and residents.
    Uzbekistan allows visa-free entry for 80 countries, including UAE citizens and residents.