Tottori Prefecture and the Jordan Pavilion signed the ‘Sand Alliance’ on April 23.
Both pavilions feature sand-related exhibitions. The Tottori Prefecture Zone, a section of the Kansai Pavilion, showcases the “Tottori Infinite Dunes,” a re-creation of the Tottori Sand Dunes with 10 tons of sand from the dunes spread across a hexagonal mirrored room. Visitors can explore the sand using magnifying glass-shaped devices and discover Tottori’s tourism resources.
The Jordan Pavilion’s theme is “Weaving the Future.” It features 22 tons of red sand from the Wadi Rum protected desert area, known as a filming location for “Star Wars,” in a 360-degree theater room, allowing visitors to enjoy Jordan’s history with an authentic desert atmosphere.
Both pavilions display exchanged sand and plush toys. The Tottori Prefecture Zone also exhibits sand art created by Jordanian artisans using sand from both regions as a symbol of friendship between Tottori and Jordan.
