UAE satellite KhalifaSat captures new image of Expo 2020 Dubai site ahead of its grand opening on October 1. Photo: Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre
UAE satellite KhalifaSat captures new image of Expo 2020 Dubai site ahead of its grand opening on October 1. Photo: Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre
UAE satellite KhalifaSat captures new image of Expo 2020 Dubai site ahead of its grand opening on October 1. Photo: Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre
UAE satellite KhalifaSat captures new image of Expo 2020 Dubai site ahead of its grand opening on October 1. Photo: Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre

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Expo 2020 Dubai from space: stunning new satellite image shows site's progress

Photo was shared ahead of the expo's grand opening in 30 days

Sarwat Nasir
Sarwat Nasir

September 01, 2021

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Latest: Expo 2020 Dubai: Final preparations with just 30 days to go

A new satellite image of the Expo 2020 Dubai site has been released, with stunning details visible such as the Al Wasl Dome and Terra canopy fitted with 1,055 solar panels.

The image was taken by the first Emirati-built satellite, KhalifaSat, ahead of the opening of the grand event on October 1.

The world’s largest 360-degree screen, Al Wasl Dome, and the Sustainability Pavilion are visible in the image.

“One month to go for the opening of Expo 2020 Dubai. This photo, taken by KhalifaSat from space, shows the site of the global cultural event that will bring together 191 countries in the UAE,” the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre tweeted.

Millions of visitors are expected to attend the world fair, taking place in Dubai South until March 31.

Organisers said 191 countries will participate with many exhibitions and conferences planned.

The show was postponed by one year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but now final preparations are in full swing ahead of the opening ceremony in 30 days.

30 days to go until Expo 2020 Dubai - in pictures

Laser lights will dart out of the ceiling as part of a dazzling light installation at the France Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
Laser lights will dart out of the ceiling as part of a dazzling light installation at the France Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
Claude Monet's famous Water Lilies oil painting is the inspiration for the France Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
Claude Monet's famous Water Lilies oil painting is the inspiration for the France Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
Solar panels line the roof and façade of the France pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
Solar panels line the roof and façade of the France pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
A 'Pavilion of Lights' is how the France Pavilion will be described at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
A 'Pavilion of Lights' is how the France Pavilion will be described at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: France Pavilion Expo 2020
The design of the Luxembourg Pavilion echoes an object with no boundaries. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
The design of the Luxembourg Pavilion echoes an object with no boundaries. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
The Luxembourg Pavilion at the World Expo in Dubai comprises of a three-storey slide made of plexi-glass and stainless steel. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
The Luxembourg Pavilion at the World Expo in Dubai comprises of a three-storey slide made of plexi-glass and stainless steel. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
A slide will take visitors past lush trees and plants inside the Luxembourg Pavilion. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
A slide will take visitors past lush trees and plants inside the Luxembourg Pavilion. Photo: Luxembourg Pavilion
Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and Cecilie Hollberg, director of the Galleria dell’Accademia Di Firenze, during the unveiling ceremony of the David statue at the Italy pavilion at the Expo 2020 site in Dubai in April.
Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and Cecilie Hollberg, director of the Galleria dell’Accademia Di Firenze, during the unveiling ceremony of the David statue at the Italy pavilion at the Expo 2020 site in Dubai in April.
A 3D copy of the famous David statue is the centrepiece of the Italy pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai.
A 3D copy of the famous David statue is the centrepiece of the Italy pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai.
A lifesize model of the David statue inside the Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai is the most realistic copy of the world's most famous marble masterpiece.
A lifesize model of the David statue inside the Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai is the most realistic copy of the world's most famous marble masterpiece.
Three boat hulls that resemble a large wave form the roof of the Italian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
Three boat hulls that resemble a large wave form the roof of the Italian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
A view of the Italy pavilion at the Expo 2020 site during construction in April.
A view of the Italy pavilion at the Expo 2020 site during construction in April.
A statue in the Mobility Pavilion. Photo: Dubai Expo 2020
A statue in the Mobility Pavilion. Photo: Dubai Expo 2020
The Dubai Expo will open its doors in October. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
The Dubai Expo will open its doors in October. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
An aerial view of the Dubai Expo site. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai.
An aerial view of the Dubai Expo site. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai.
Aerial general view of the Sustainability Pavilion.
Aerial general view of the Sustainability Pavilion.


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