Chengdu's bustling streets became a canvas for technological marvel this week as the mythical hero Ne Zha appeared to leap from building facades in a groundbreaking naked-eye 3D display. The animated deity waved to astonished crowds from May 18, marking Sichuan Province's capital as a new frontier for immersive urban art.
Using advanced projection mapping technology that requires no special glasses, the installation transformed ordinary billboards into portals of wonder. The display's creators combined precise engineering with artistic vision, achieving depth perception that tricks the eye into seeing three-dimensional movement.
This innovation arrives as Chinese cities increasingly blend cultural heritage with smart city initiatives. The Ne Zha character – popularized through recent box office hits – serves as both entertainment and a bridge between ancient folklore and modern technological ambition.
Urban design experts note such installations could redefine public spaces across Asia, offering new avenues for cultural storytelling and commercial applications. The Chengdu demonstration follows similar technological showcases in Shanghai and Chongqing, signaling China's growing leadership in spatial computing applications.
