<p>Visitors are amazed at the bamboo-made dome with a diameter of 34.4 metres. It is a recurrent theme in Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, Jain, Sikh and Christian architectures throughout India, says India Pavilion director D.K. Nangia.<br /><br />A visit to the world's largest bamboo-made dome paves the way for mutual understanding between China and India. More than 60,000 plants sit on its roof, which collects rainwater for use in the pavilion, he said.<br /><br />"Environmental degradation has reached a horrific level. The stress of living in high-cost urban areas leads to impatience and that needs to be controlled. So, our stress in the pavilion is harmony, which is a trademark of India," Xinhua quoted Nangia as saying.<br />For this purpose, bamboo is used in the construction of the dome for its low cost and inherent strength, he explained.<br /><br />The interiors based on the theme of "Living in harmony through the ages" displays India's urban planning system, philosophy, scientific achievements, arts and cultures.<br />An eye-catching holographic audio visual showcases the Seven Chakras (circles of energy) and how the ancient system inspires urban development.<br /><br />"This unique feature of the India Pavilion represents the country's long tradition of living in harmony with nature," Nangia said.<br /><br />He said the Expo was a good platform to link the "India Tiger" and "China Dragon", especially at grassroots levels. <br /><br />"I appreciate the progress we are witnessing in China, and I have seen that people in China react very fast. The way Shanghai authorities have moved to create a green area around the Expo is something we should be proud of."<br /><br />Besides India, 188 other countries have been taking part in the six-month-long event which kicked off April 30.<br /><br /><br /></p>
<p>Visitors are amazed at the bamboo-made dome with a diameter of 34.4 metres. It is a recurrent theme in Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, Jain, Sikh and Christian architectures throughout India, says India Pavilion director D.K. Nangia.<br /><br />A visit to the world's largest bamboo-made dome paves the way for mutual understanding between China and India. More than 60,000 plants sit on its roof, which collects rainwater for use in the pavilion, he said.<br /><br />"Environmental degradation has reached a horrific level. The stress of living in high-cost urban areas leads to impatience and that needs to be controlled. So, our stress in the pavilion is harmony, which is a trademark of India," Xinhua quoted Nangia as saying.<br />For this purpose, bamboo is used in the construction of the dome for its low cost and inherent strength, he explained.<br /><br />The interiors based on the theme of "Living in harmony through the ages" displays India's urban planning system, philosophy, scientific achievements, arts and cultures.<br />An eye-catching holographic audio visual showcases the Seven Chakras (circles of energy) and how the ancient system inspires urban development.<br /><br />"This unique feature of the India Pavilion represents the country's long tradition of living in harmony with nature," Nangia said.<br /><br />He said the Expo was a good platform to link the "India Tiger" and "China Dragon", especially at grassroots levels. <br /><br />"I appreciate the progress we are witnessing in China, and I have seen that people in China react very fast. The way Shanghai authorities have moved to create a green area around the Expo is something we should be proud of."<br /><br />Besides India, 188 other countries have been taking part in the six-month-long event which kicked off April 30.<br /><br /><br /></p>