LEARN SPANISH 🇪🇸 with this VLOG - An abandoned city in Sevilla

Summary

Expo '92, held in Seville, was a six-month event featuring pavilions from various countries, creating a bustling city that now stands mostly abandoned. The video explores the remnants of this past glory, from the Moroccan pavilion's Arab architecture to the futuristic Kuwaiti pavilion designed by Santiago Calatrava. It highlights the Bioclimatic Sphere, a symbol of Expo '92, and the melancholic state of structures like the Chilean pavilion, which once housed an iceberg to raise climate change awareness. The tour ends at the entrance to Isla Mágica, a theme park, suggesting a visit to this historical yet neglected area of Seville.

Takeaways

• 🌍 Expo '92 was a Universal Exposition held in Seville, Spain, featuring pavilions built by participating countries.
• 🏙️ The exposition was located in an area of Seville that was previously undeveloped and transformed into a temporary city.
• ⏳ The event lasted for six months and was a hub of activity with many visitors.
• 🏛️ Many of the Expo's buildings are now abandoned or destroyed, while some have been repurposed by companies or educational institutions.
• 🕌 The Moroccan pavilion showcased Arab architecture with beautiful arcs and fountains.
• 🌟 The Kuwaiti pavilion, designed by famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, was notable for its moving roof structure.
• 🚀 The 'Pavilion of the Future' featured a replica of the Ariane 4 rocket and was intended for research purposes.
• 🗽 The Chilean pavilion brought an iceberg from Antarctica to raise awareness about climate change.
• 🎥 The Canadian pavilion was famous for its high-quality cinema that showcased Canadian landscapes.
• 🌐 The European Union pavilion featured a sculpture symbolizing unity and a tower displaying flags of member countries at the time.
• 🏰 The Hungarian pavilion, inspired by Hungarian churches, was considered one of the most beautiful and was preserved post-Expo.

Q & A

What was the main purpose of Expo '92 in Seville?

Expo '92, also known as the Universal Exposition, was a large-scale international exhibition held in Seville where different countries participated by building pavilions to showcase their culture and advancements.

How long did Expo '92 last?

Expo '92 took place over a period of six months.

What is the current state of the Expo '92 area in Seville?

More than 30 years after the event, the area is somewhat sad as many of the buildings are abandoned or destroyed, although some have been bought by companies and are still in use.

Which architectural style is the Moroccan pavilion at Expo '92 known for?

The Moroccan pavilion is known for its Arab architecture, characterized by typical arcs and an eight-pointed star shape.

Who designed the Kuwait pavilion at Expo '92?

The Kuwait pavilion was designed by the famous Spanish architect from Valencia, Santiago Calatrava.

What was unique about the Kuwait pavilion's design?

The Kuwait pavilion was unique because its roof was composed of movable blades or arms that could open and close, creating a distinctive feature among the other pavilions.

What is the current use of the 'Pavilion of the Future' from Expo '92?

The 'Pavilion of the Future' now houses a company that uses the space for research purposes.

Why did the Chilean pavilion at Expo '92 raise awareness about climate change?

The Chilean pavilion brought an iceberg from the Chilean Antarctica to raise awareness about climate change, despite the irony that transporting it consumed a significant amount of resources.

What was the Canadian pavilion at Expo '92 famous for?

The Canadian pavilion was famous for housing a high-quality cinema that could accommodate 500 people, showing movies of Canadian landscapes in high definition.

What is the Bioclimatic Sphere at Expo '92 known for?

The Bioclimatic Sphere was known for its large ball structure that would pour water into steam, providing cool water vapor to visitors in the hot Seville climate.

What is the significance of the name 'La Cartuja' for the area of Expo '92?

The name 'La Cartuja' comes from a nearby charterhouse or monastery, which is a religious house where priests and monks live. The area also housed a famous ceramic factory.