World's Fair
World's Fair is the generic name for various large expositions held since the mid 19th century. The official sanctioning body is the Bureau of International Expositions (usually abbreviated BIE, from the organization's name in French, Bureau International des Expositions).
Related Topics:
Exposition - 19th century - Bureau of International Expositions - French
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BIE-approved fairs are divided into a number of types: universal, and international or specialized. They usually last for between 3 and 6 months. In addition, countries can hold their own 'fair', 'exposition', or 'exhibition', without BIE endorsement.
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~ Table of Content ~
| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Universal expositions |
| ► | International or specialized expositions |
| ► | After the fair |
| ► | See also |
| ► | External links |
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