Thousands of people marked Russia Day at Russia’s pavilion at the Shanghai 2010 World Expo on Saturday.
The Russian national anthem was played and the state flag erected at the entrance to the pavilion.
Vladimir Strashko, the general commissioner of the pavilion, wished everyone a happy Russia Day and said the Expo 2010 stand proved the country’s technical ability.
The national Russian holiday has been celebrated since 1992.
The 2010 World Expo is held in Shanghai from May 1 to October 31, 2010. Up to 70 million people are expected to visit the city for the event, which has seen investment of up to $4 billion.
Russia constructed a pavilion at the exhibition for the first time in 30 years. The sun-shaped pavilion comprises 12 white-and-gold towers symbolizing the 12 months of the year, and occupies an area of 6,000 square meters.
It showcases Russia's recent scientific and economic development and offers a diverse cultural program.
SHANGHAI, June 12 (RIA Novosti)
