[4] The pavilion showcased China's civilization and modern achievements by combining traditional and contemporary elements in its architecture, landscaping and exhibits.

[2] The chief architect of the pavilion was 72-year-old He Jingtang, the director of the Architectural Academy of the South China University of Technology.

The dougong is a traditional wooden bracket used to support large overhanging eaves which dates back nearly 2,000 years.

[3] The structure was built with a strong emphasis on sustainable and energy-saving practices with the exterior offering thermal insulation and natural ventilation.

There is a 0.36 mega-watt solar energy system on the rooftop while the thermal panels and insulating glasses on the exterior are energy-saving initiatives.

A high-tech rooftop garden surrounding the China pavilion and on top of the Chinese Joint Provincial pavilion is known as "New Jiuzhou Qing Yan" The 27,000-square metre traditional garden contains modern landscaping techniques and technology including rainwater harvesting techniques and is decorated with distinctly Chinese-style landscaping inspired by the Jiuzhou Qing Yan in the Yuanmingyuan.

[8] It uses nine landscaping features to symbolize nine characteristic topographies of China, namely, human habitat (here represented by the main building itself), farmlands, lakes, mountains, seas, forests, alpine meadows, valleys and deserts.

With an area of 3400 sq.m., excursion trains on a 340m-long track provide visitors with a 6-minute ride exploring urban wisdom and the dialogue between the past and present.

It shows how China is inspired by nature and will develop innovative solutions to meet the challenges of urban growth and environmental protection.

The addition sign represents that increase of carbon emission is threatening global environment and hampering the development of human society.

The multiplication sign represents that individual actions can add up to a great effect, given the large population in the country.

The division sign represents that the ambitious forest carbon sink plan, if divided by a large population, is a rational target.