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HISTORIC CAIRO IN THE ERA OF AUGMENTED REALITY: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES

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Last updated: 22 Jan 2023

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Currently, it became necessary for many cultural heritage sites to use modern technologies to remain competitive and attractive. Augmented Reality (AR) technology has been recommended to adopt in cultural heritage sites due to its role in attracting visitors, providing them with information, enhancing their experiences and learning in an enjoyable way. Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the current situation of implementing AR in Historic Cairo as one of the famous Islamic heritage sites in Egypt. Based on judgmental sample, the primary data has been collected using qualitative semi-structured interviews with the representatives of key organizations that are responsible for the Egyptian heritage sites. The findings of the practical study revealed that until now, none of the archeological sites in Historic Cairo implementing AR technology-although its potential benefits- because of some challenges. Finally, the current study has been concluded by important suggestions that could encourage the implementation of AR technology at Historic Cairo. 

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10.21608/thalexu.2016.47716

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augmented reality, cultural heritage sites, Historic Cairo

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معتز احمد

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هبة صلاح

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جامعة الإسکندرية - کلية السياحة و الفنادق

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nashwafouad1@yahoo.com

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الإسکندریة

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13

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13 - Issue 2

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7092

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2016-08-01

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2019-09-11

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2016-08-01

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179

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193

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2314-7024

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2682-2180

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THALEXU_Volume 13_Issue 13 - Issue 2_Pages 179-193.pdf

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المجلة العلمية لکلية السياحة و الفنادق جامعة الأسکندرية

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22 Jan 2023