An Interactive 3D Application of a House from the XVI Century in San Cristóbal de Laguna as a Case Study for the Dissemination of Cultural Heritage

A groundbreaking interactive 3D application showcases a 16th-century house in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, offering an immersive exploration of colonial architecture and cultural heritage. This virtual reconstruction, based on historical documentation, allows users to examine construction systems and urban planning from the era when the city was first mapped in 1588 by Leonardo Torriani. The application integrates human-like virtual characters and WebGL technology, providing a dynamic tool for both education and preservation efforts. San Cristóbal de La Laguna's significance as a UNESCO World Heritage site stems from its role as the first non-fortified Spanish colonial city, serving as a model for American urban development.

Nava, F. P., Sánchez Berriel, I., González González, A., Meier, C., Pérez Morera, J., & Hernández Alberto, C. R. (2021). AN INTERACTIVE 3D APPLICATION OF A HOUSE FROM THE XVI CENTURY IN SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAGUNA AS A CASE STUDY FOR THE DISSEMINATION OF CULTURAL HERITAGE. Proceedings ARQUEOLÓGICA 2.0 - 9th International Congress & 3rd GEORES - GEOmatics and pREServation, 1–9. https://doi.org/10.4995/arqueologica9.2021.12061