Caput Mundi: Enhancement of major archaeological sites using digital technology - Trophies of Marius

Caput Mundi Next Generation EU for touristic great events (Mission 1, Component 3, Investment 4.3)

Italy’s Recovery and Resilience Plan increases the number of accessible tourist sites in Rome, creating valid and qualified tourist and cultural alternatives with respect to the crowded central areas, as well as increasing the use of digital technologies, enhance green areas and the sustainability of tourism. The investment envisages six lines of interventions:
1. “Roman Cultural Heritage for EU-Next Generation”, covering the regeneration and restoration of cultural and urban heritage and complexes of high historical-architectural value of the city of Rome;
2. “Jubilee paths” (from pagan to Christian Rome), targeted to the enhancement, safety, anti-seismic consolidation, restoration of places and buildings of historical interest and archaeological pathways;
3. #LaCittàCondivisa, covering the redevelopment of sites in peripheral areas;
4. #Mitingodiverde, covering interventions on parks, historical gardens, villas and fountains;
5. #Roma 4.0, covering the digitalization of cultural services and the development of apps for tourists;
6. #Amanotesa, aimed at increasing the supply of cultural offer to peripheries for social integration.

The investment is financed by the Recovery and Resilience Facility by EUR 500 million and includes this project.
This project leverages state-of-the-art digital technologies to offer an educational and engaging experience of the Trophies of Marius area. Visitors can explore 3D augmented reality reconstructions and original forms via advanced georeferenced VR systems. The goal is a unique immersive experience, using integrated technology to deepen understanding of its history and architecture interactively. This project is financed by the Recovery and Resilience Facility with EUR 110000. The project uses state-of-the-art digital technologies to provide an educational and engaging experience to visitors, through the virtual reconstruction of the Trophies of Marius area. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire 3D reconstructions by way of augmented reality and explore the places in their original form through advanced VR technologies based on georeferenced information.
The ultimate goal is to create a unique immersive experience, leveraging technology integrated directly into screens and viewing devices. This will allow visitors to have a deeper understanding of the Trophies of Marius area, exploring its history and architectural features in an interactive and engaging way.