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Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

With an incredible 3,578,653 individual visits by November’s half-way point, Expo 2020 Dubai continues to attract massive crowds.

The mega event has achieved this number in only six weeks since it opened on Oct.1

The event a also a huge hit on on the virtual platforms as virtual visitation has also rose to 15.7 million since Oct.1.

A packed weekend at the site, with stellar music, sport and cultural performances taking place has enhanced the footfalls.

More is on the way in the coming Expo’s fourth Theme Week, which includes debates and panel discussions centred around Tolerance and Inclusivity, got under way on Sunday, and will feature talent and performances from a range of cultures and backgrounds.

The highlight is Expo’s all-female Firdaus Orchestra, which will perform music from world cinema and TV on International Day for Tolerance on Nov.16, and take to the stage again on World Children’s Day on Nov.20 in a show that will encourage children to explore, thrive and connect with musical pieces they know and love, such as classics from Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin.

Expo 2020 Dubai runs until March 31, 2022, inviting the world to join a celebration of unity, opportunity, creativity and sustainability that will help to shape a better, brighter future for everyone.