The Tibet Museum in Xizang has launched a groundbreaking digital initiative to preserve and showcase the region's cultural heritage, merging ancient artifacts with immersive technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and 3D scanning. Visitors can now explore centuries-old Buddhist manuscripts through interactive displays or 'walk' through reconstructed historical sites via VR headsets, bridging the gap between past and present.
"This project isn't just about preservation—it's about making our culture accessible to younger generations and global audiences," said museum director Lobsang Tenzin. The museum has partnered with tech firms to digitize over 1,000 artifacts since 2022, with plans to create a multilingual virtual tour platform by 2025.
Analysts note the initiative aligns with growing interest in experiential tourism across Asia, while academics praise its potential for cross-cultural research. For diaspora communities, the digital archive offers remote access to Xizang's traditions, from thangka painting techniques to traditional folk music recordings.
