Knossospalace vs Hellenic Heritage Guide

Application for Digital Guided tour for the routes network of the Heraklion Regional Unit The application integrates and offers digital content to visitors of the Heraklion Regional Unit and the Palace of Knossos and leads them to visitable monuments. The digital tour application is connected to beacons and QR codes that were installed at the entrance of selected monuments and archeological sites. The user receives digital information depending on his location, with or without internet connection, and accesses a set of information and multimedia content, such as texts, photos, stories, videos, in relation to each object's story. The application incorporates a short audio tour in Greek - English for each point of interest. Finally, the application will provide the ability to view three-dimensional representations of selected archaeological sites of Heraklion Ephorate of Antiquities.

Step into 5,000+ years of history with the Hellenic Heritage Digital Guide app, your personal gateway to 40+ archaeological sites and museums across Greece. Available in 8 languages, the app delivers immersive self-guided tours that reveal the stories and historical moments behind monuments and exhibits. Designed for intuitive navigation and effortless exploration, it places curated cultural insight directly in your hands. The Hellenic Heritage Digital Guide app offers: • Approved content by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture. • Free audio tours in Greek, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Chinese. • Video tours in Greek Sign Language and International Sign. • 800+ Points of Interest with audio, images, video, and transcripts. • Interactive maps of archaeological sites with geolocation. • Museum floor plans for easier orientation. • Offline mode for uninterrupted exploration, even without an internet connection. • Personalized digital postcards to capture and share your experience. Plan and enjoy your visit with ease: • Choose your preferred language and cultural site. • Locate the Digital Guide symbol next to displays and monuments. • Enter the number next to the Digital Guide symbol using the app keyboard or scan the QR code to access tours. The app was created by Hellenic Heritage in collaboration with the Hellenic Ministry of Culture, as part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan “Greece 2.0” with funding from the European Union – NextGeneration EU.