Celebrate Georgia's National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai and immerse yourself in the nation's incredible culture.

Georgia National Day Ceremony

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The Opening Ceremony: A Story of Hope

Expo 2020 Dubai, the first Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region in the 170 years of World Expo history, opened with a celebration of global togetherness and optimism. Spectacular storytelling, performances, fireworks, and immersive projections on the dome of Al Wasl, the heart of Expo 2020, all told a story of collaboration and hope for the future, echoing Expo 2020 Dubai's theme of "Connecting Minds, Creating the Future". Global artists joining in the celebration included Andrea Bocelli, Ellie Goulding, Lang Lang and Mohammed Abdu.

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General view of Al Wasl Plaza 

The first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, Expo 2020 opened with a celebration of global connection and hope for the future.

Jaw-dropping immersive projections beginning with the fiery birth of our planet.

A celebration of the majesty of nature, both underwater and on land.

Incredible local and international performers.

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Expo 2020 Dubai Opening Ceremony

Long ago, travellers referred to Dubai as Al Wasl, or “the connection” – a name that reflects the area’s heritage as a meeting point. This spirit of coming together takes shape in Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020’s spectacular centrepiece and gathering ground for celebration and wonder. 

Situated at the meeting point of Expo’s three thematic districts, Al Wasl Plaza's dome is tall enough to fit the Leaning Tower of Pisa beneath it. By night, she transforms into a 360-degree projection screen, blanketed by more than 250 state-of-the-art projectors. Al Wasl Plaza is a hub for visitors and the vibrant heart of our Expo.

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Daily performances, national day ceremonies and more

Al Wasl Dome Projections

Immersive 360-degree domed projection screen

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Lush garden spaces for relaxation and connection

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Al Wasl Plaza is 130 metres in diameter and more than 67 metres tall. Delicate-looking despite its titanic scale, her pattern is inspired by our Expo's logo, which is fully visible at the oculus.

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The life force of the Expo 2020 site, Al Wasl Plaza proudly carries the old name of Dubai.

The beating heart of Expo 2020

A series of immersive 360° videos of Al Wasl's projection shows that put you centre stage for each stunning performance. 

DUBAI, 12 October 2021. Underwater Harmony performance at Al Wasl, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Expo 2020 Dubai)


Underwater Harmony performance at Al Wasl

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Join us in celebrating Georgia's National Day at Expo 2020

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A romantic land of lush forests and vibrant cities, Georgia expertly balances rustic old-world charm with forward-thinking ambition. Experience all its facets at the Georgia Pavilion: from rugged alpine villages and remarkable ancient cave monasteries to Tbilisi’s capital city chic. Plus, meet the young, ambitious citizens pushing this age-old bridge between Europe and Asia into the future.


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Georgia’s story comes to life through immersive digital and physical displays, and powerful storytelling.

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Chess grandmasters from Georgia contribute to women empowerment by organizing a panel discussion and chess tournament at Dubai Exhibition Center. The contribution also includes a choreographed, theatrical, chess game performance at Al Wasl Plaza later this evening.


Georgian Grandmasters' Contribution to Women Empowerment

Georgian Grandmasters' Contribution to Women's Empowerment

Chess grandmasters from Georgia organised a panel discussion and chess tournament at Dubai Exhibition Center in support of women's empowerment. 

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Expo 2020 connects minds from around the globe. These connections are not limited to the pavilions and parks, but also extend to the vast Dubai Exhibition Centre: a new, state-of-the-art venue for conferences, concerts and more. 

Conveniently located next to the recently completed Expo 2020 metro station, with striking views of the magnificent domed Al Wasl Plaza, the DEC offers 45,000 square metres of customisable event space, 14 exhibition and multi-use halls, on-site catering, and best-in-class audio-visual resources.


A light geometric pattern decorates the DEC’s extraordinarily broad front façade, which features a giant overhanging arch over the entrance to the central plaza area, as well as sloped surfaces that seem to angle away from the entrance like a pair of wings

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Georgia: Chess Grandmasters Tournament and Panel Discussion

Chess grandmasters from Georgia contribute to women empowerment by presenting a choreographed, theatrical, chess game performance at Al Wasl Plaza. The contribution also includes a panel discussion and chess tournament at Dubai Exhibition Center.


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Georgian Chess Grandmasters present a choreographed, theatrical, chess game performance at Al Wasl Plaza in support of women's empowerment. 

Nona Gaprindashvili (L), Soviet and Georgian chess player and the first woman to be awarded the FIDE title Grandmaster in 1978 and Nana Ioseliani (R), chess grandmaster during the Theatrical Choreographed Chess Game part of Georgian Grandmas (3)

Nona Gaprindashvili (L), Soviet and Georgian chess player and the first woman to be awarded the FIDE title Grandmaster in 1978 and Nana Ioseliani (R), chess grandmaster during the Theatrical Choreographed Chess Game part of Georgian Grandmas

Nana Ioseliani (R), chess grandmaster and Nona Gaprindashvili (L), Soviet and Georgian chess player and the first woman to be awarded the FIDE title Grandmaster in 1978 during the Theatrical Choreographed Chess Game part of Georgian Grandmas

Nona Gaprindashvili (L), Soviet and Georgian chess player and the first woman to be awarded the FIDE title Grandmaster in 1978 and Nana Ioseliani (R), chess grandmaster during the Theatrical Choreographed Chess Game part of Georgian Grandmas (1)

Nona Gaprindashvili (L), Soviet and Georgian chess player and the first woman to be awarded the FIDE title Grandmaster in 1978 signs a chess board alongside Nana Ioseliani (R), chess grandmaster during the Theatrical Choreographed Chess Game

Georgia National Day Ceremony

Georgia National Day Ceremony

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