THE city’s most famous sculpture after the Liver Bird is proving to be a big hit with visitors at the World Expo in Shanghai.

The Superlambanana, called Architecture, has become the focal point for people wanting their picture taken when visiting the Liverpool pavilion at the global six-month event.

The sculpture’s decoration by artist Debbie Ryan, was chosen because it best reflects the city with its mosaic design showing sights like the Chinese Arch, Metropolitan cathedral, the Albert Dock and St George’s Hall.

Ms Ryan, who has just returned from Shanghai, said: “I’m so pleased that my Superlambanana is proving so popular at the World Expo.

“Hopefully it will inspire more overseas visitors to come to Liverpool.”

Chris Heyes, Liverpool pavilion technical and operations manager, said: “I’ve lost count of the number times I’ve had to take snaps of visitors wanting their picture with Superlambanana.”

During the six months at World Expo, 200 ceramic Superlambananas are being given away as competition prizes to visitors.