Visitors in the 4th China Suzhou Creative & Design Expo [Photo/Suzhou Daily]

The 4th China Suzhou Creative & Design Expo closed on April 12 after receiving more than 228,000 visitors and trading 5.04 billion yuan ($810 million) in transactions, 2.93 times more than the previous year.

The three-day expo occupied 32,700 square meters at the Suzhou International Exposition Center, with 1,029 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions, including the United States, Italy, Egypt and Japan, who had their booths in 38 pavilions.

The expo showcased the latest trends in creative art and designs from fine arts to handicrafts, music, jewelry, ceramics and electronics.