Hellenic Cultural Heritage through Immersive Virtual Archaeology

Abstract. Virtual Reality is a novel and innovative technology which allows us, through its applications, to experience abstract concepts and ideas, visit spaces that are unreachable or no longer exist, and examine objects from diverse and unique points of view. Virtual archaeology refers to the use of 3D computer models of ancient buildings and artifacts visualized through immersive technologies. In this paper we explore issues involved in creating immersive cultural heritage projects enhancing our perspective and understanding of the environments in which our ancestors lived and worked