Decline of World Fairs
Expo 2010 in Shanghai marked a historic peak in world fair attendance, yet the relevance of such events has diminished significantly. With the rise of the Internet and affordable travel, the need for large-scale exhibitions to showcase cultures and technology has waned. Future world fairs are scarce, with only a couple scheduled in the coming years, as cities hesitate to invest in the costly infrastructure required. The experience once offered by world fairs can now be found at places like Epcot, reflecting a shift in how we engage with global cultures.In this clip
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