The first Hangzhou World Expo, held from April 22 to October 22, 2006, was organized by various national and local government bodies and organizations. This landmark event boosted Zhejiang Province and Hangzhou’s international reputation, developed China’s leisure industry, optimized tourism, and branded Hangzhou as the “Oriental Leisure Capital.” With an impressive attendance of 15 million domestic and 1 million overseas tourists, the Expo successfully promoted global leisure science exchange and leisure economy development.
About World Leisure Expo & Forum
The World Leisure Expo & Forum is a biennial event taking place in the city of Hangzhou, The WL Expo & Forum is a major exhibition showcasing some of the most innovative businesses in the leisure sector at different levels. Parallel to the WL Expo we encounter different satellite events dedicated to diverse audience and interests like the World Leisure Forum and the World Leisure International Innovation Prize Award Ceremony.
About the city
Hangzhou is the capital and most populous city of Zhejiang Province in East China. Hangzhou grew to prominence as the southern terminus of the Grand Canal and has been one of the most renowned and prosperous cities in China for much of the last millennium. The city’s West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site immediately west of the city, is among its best-known attractions.
