It narrates the UAE's past, its legacy and its aspiration to the future

"Salama" .. The "Ghaf" tree lived the story of the construction of the "Expo"

The majestic Ghaf tree leads the way to the land of "Expo 2020 Dubai". It is "Salama", which has stood the test of time, to remain lofty at the exhibition site, after it was preserved and protected from the impact of the construction and development work of the exhibition, in appreciation of its great importance and symbolism. Related to the UAE's past, legacy and civilization, and then its forward-looking present, which is embodied by this largest global event, "Expo 2020 Dubai" and beyond.

It is not difficult to find “Salama” at the site of the event, as it is looking forward to everyone, and watching the place, from its high position overlooking the exhibition grounds.

But if you are looking to visit this tree that tops the scenery of the place on your way to "Expo 2020 Dubai", make sure that you can only stand for a while, and take a quick souvenir photo of it.

The Ghaf tree "Salama" is one of the icons of "Expo 2020 Dubai", and some of the most important symbols of this huge global event, which attracts visitors from all over the world, given the evident presence of this tree in the history of the UAE over the years.

The Ghaf tree also has a story to tell, given its privacy, permanence and endurance in the face of the harsh tests of time, as it can live up to 120 years on average, to be a symbol of peace and stability.

It was declared in 2008, the national tree of the UAE.

At a time when the exhibition is proud to allocate a street to it on the site, which it called “Al Ghaf Street” in which these wonderful natural structures are lined up, to provide shade for visitors to the event.

An experiment that, in turn, influenced the design of the ENOC petrol station at the Expo 2020 site, which bears the name "Future Service Station", whose design was inspired by the shaded tree.

The event launched a short thriller film that tells the story of "Salama"... (the veil of peace and tolerance), and its connection to the history of the UAE's land since ancient times, as "Salama" grew on the land of the Emirates, and witnessed successive generations, living with them and with their children and grandchildren, and like them resisted the difficult circumstances to grow and thrive.

The Ghaf tree "Salama" became a station that received transients and travelers, and it was a forum that brings people together, brings them closer, and embodies the finest meanings of communication and the values ​​of dialogue and tolerance.