HistoTours

I live in a small historical town in Ireland, Trim County Meath. The town is steeped in historical sites and is known as a heritage town. The plan with the AR app is to provide an immersive walking tour (which will utilise Niantic’s Maps) and recreate in 3d a few of the sites so visitors can enjoy seeing what the town might have once looked like.

 The uniqueness of the Histotours app lies in its ability to blend historical significance with modern technology, creating an immersive and interactive experience for visitors. Some aspects that make it unique:

 1. Historic Significance: My first project is based on the grounds of Trim Castle, County Meath Ireland (The castle where Braveheart was filmed all those years ago) which is itself is a remarkable historical site with roots dating back to the 12th century. The AR tour leverages this rich history to provide visitors with a unique journey through time.

 2. AR Integration: The use of AR technology allows visitors to see and interact with historical elements overlaid onto the real-world castle ruins. This technology bridges the gap between the past and the present in a novel way.

 3. Interactive Storytelling: The AR tour will likely offer engaging narratives, stories, and historical reenactments that bring the castle's history to life in a dynamic and interactive manner.

 4. Accessibility: the tour can make historical sites more accessible to a wider audience, including those who may have difficulty navigating physical obstacles.

 5. Educational Content: AR tours can provide in-depth historical information and educational content, making it a valuable learning tool for visitors of all ages.

 6. Preservation of Heritage: combining technology with historical preservation, the HistoTours AR app contributes to the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage in a contemporary and engaging way.

 By blending the past with modern technology, I am giving visitors to a historical site another way to experience a space instead of looking at notice boards with 2d drawings on them.

 Overall, the tour's unique blend of historical significance and cutting-edge technology offers visitors a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the past and connect with the heritage of Trim in an innovative and engaging manner.