Expo 08 in Saragossa

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Colourful awnings at one of the three main entrances. swissinfo.ch

The road bridge, to the left of the cable cars, was conceived by Spanish engineer Juan José Arenas. swissinfo.ch

View from the gondola to the visitors' car park. swissinfo.ch

Puente Pabellón - the bridge over the River Ebro is Zaha Hadid's architectural contribution. swissinfo.ch

A pillar of the bridge weighs 7,000 tons. The structure was built under enormous time pressure. swissinfo.ch

Pedestrian passage, exhibition space and special light effects: Entrance from the city. swissinfo.ch

Swiss pavillion with mountains, hydrants and a Spanish policeman. swissinfo.ch

Inside the Swiss pavillion: Water drops fall on the awning and cool down the room. swissinfo.ch

The bar inside the Swiss pavillion features an interactive and informative panel explaining water management. swissinfo.ch

The dance company "öff öff" gave a performance during the Swiss day at the Expo. swissinfo.ch

Congress Centre by Fuensanta Nieto and Enrique Sobejano, Madrid. swissinfo.ch

Spectacular water scenery is the centrepiece of the South American pavillion. swissinfo.ch

The Spanish glass pavillion by Francisco Mangado is surrounded by ceramic columns. swissinfo.ch

The exhibition calls for a sustainable use of natural resources, but water evaporates in the hot climate. swissinfo.ch

Enrique de Teresa's Torre del Aqua will be turned into a centre for contemporary art after the Expo. swissinfo.ch

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A theme park on water and sustainable development.

A stroll through Expo 2008 offers glimpses of modern architecture, culture and the natural environment. (pictures: Andreas Keiser/swissinfo)