Expo 2020 Dubai, a world of experiences

Expo 2020 Dubai has recorded nearly 4.8 million visits since its gates opened to the public on October 1.

Officials said visit numbers reached 4,766,419 in the period up to November 28, driven by music, sports stars and the continued strong take-up of the November Weekday Pass. Virtual visits to Expo 2020 have now reached 23.5 million.

Expo is also currently hosting the FIDE World Chess Championship, which organizers said is attracting a surge of interest from both players and fans.

In the highlight of the world chess calendar, world No 1 champion Magnus Carlsen from Norway will defend his title against the winner of the Candidates Tournament, Russia's Ian Nepomniachtchi, at Dubai Exhibition Centre. The tournament runs until December 16, with $2.25 million in prize money.

The event continues to attract families, with plenty of entertainment for younger visitors, including arts and crafts, light shows and live performances.

With 192 pavilions, myriad exhibitions, hundreds of restaurants and non-stop activities, there are experiences for every taste at Expo 2020 Dubai.