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Summary of Algeria’s Pavilion at Osaka Kansai Expo 2025
The Algerian pavilion at the "Osaka Kansai Expo 2025" presents a unique opportunity for visitors to explore Algeria’s rich tangible and intangible heritage. Spanning an area of 440 square meters, the pavilion showcases Algeria’s vast expanse as a continental state, featuring its rich cultural diversity and millennia-old history.
Key attractions within the pavilion include renowned tourist and cultural sites such as the prehistoric site of Aïn Boucherit in Sétif, the rock engravings of Tassili, and remnants from Phoenician, Roman, and Islamic civilizations. In addition to these exhibits, the pavilion emphasizes the intangible heritage of Algeria, representing the essence of Algerian culture through customs, traditions, arts, and crafts.
To enhance the visitor experience, the pavilion incorporates advanced digital multimedia tools. A virtual guide named "Nour," created using artificial intelligence, interacts with attendees through various screens, presenting Algeria’s offerings against a backdrop of diverse Algerian music. An interactive screen allows visitors to engage more deeply with the exhibit by selecting and highlighting areas of particular interest, such as housing, health, environment, industry, education, and agriculture.
Algeria’s participation in the Osaka Expo aims to bolster its international presence and forge new partnerships across various sectors. The event is scheduled to run from April 13 to October 13, 2025. Additionally, this expo marks Algeria’s ongoing commitment to participating in international exhibitions, having previously engaged in global expos in cities such as Montreal (1967), Osaka (1970), Seville (1992), Lisbon (1998), Zaragoza (2008), Shanghai (2010), Yeosu (2012), Milan (2015), Astana (2017), and Dubai (2020).
In conclusion, Algeria’s pavilion at Expo 2025 serves as a significant platform for cultural exchange, showcasing the nation’s historical and cultural significance while leveraging modern technologies to enhance engagement and appreciation of its heritage among a global audience.
