Interpretation Centre for Dark Sky Conservation
Interactive corner with three tablets running night sky and interpretation apps and online media; Nocturnal wildlife live-feed video screening; Interactive sliding panels
The main part of the dispersed Interpretation Centre for Dark Sky Conservation is set in “Dom v naravi” in Domanjševci, nestled in the bilingual area of the Goričko Landscape Park, not far from Hungary. The interpretation centre provides information and knowledge on the importance of dark sky conservation for nocturnal animals and plant life, enables insight into the impact of light pollution on human health, and includes a depiction of stars, planets, and galaxies in the night sky. The experience is supported by multimedia and digital technologies. The interpretation centre is the start point of the Boberček education trail. The outdoor part of the centre is set close to the Mura River in Krog where the observation deck offers viewsover various habitats of the so-called mosaic landscape, supported by the interactive sliding panels depicting different intensities of light pollution.
Contacts
Zveza tabornikov Pomurja, Glavni trg 3A, 9240 Ljutomer
+386 41 982 674
Vrsar
An empowered experience of the landscape through an interactive sound system, an interactive floor projection, a smart-table content and a digital postcard to send home.
LIC Vrsar is a network of outdoor and indoor places and itineraries where ICT solutions interpret and facilitate the visitor in exploring the landscape and heritage of the area. Starting from the LICinteractive corner on the seashore visitors can explore the inlands of the area of Vrsar. Walking or riding a bike through interpretative paths and astonishing views one can reach the multimedia exhibition of the LIC situated in the middle of a protected area powered only by solar power. The exhibition offers an empowered experience of the surrounding landscape through and audio-room, an interactive floor projection, a smart-table content and a digital postcard to take home.
Contacts
Vrsar Tourist Board
Obala m. Tita 23, Vrsar
0038552441746
www.infovrsar.com
Sutjeska
The LIC Sutjeska represents integral part of the Virtual Reality Center Perućica. It is located in the urban part of Sutjeska National park in Tjentište. It covers the area of cca 800m2. It is composed of exhibition and VR area, conference hall (250 seats) and administrative part (offices and server room).
LIC Sutjeska represents integral part of Virtual reality Center Perućica. Ithas encouraged the tourist development of the protected area in an innovative way, responding to all the new needs of the digital age, but respecting the protection of the environment. The results of this project will provide new experience for visitors to explore and experience the area through the ICT solution of the LIC and VRC, which is multidimensional. As of 21st of December 2021, the LIC as part of the VRC in the NPS, as one of the first of such kind in the countries of the Western Balkans, will be used for touristic and promotional, but also for educational purposes, which will directly raise awareness of the importance of protecting the natural habitat of this area. The LIC is equipped with the most LIČ is equipped with the most modern ICT, VR and gaming equipment. It has establishedinteractive corner, multimedia paneling (three indoor and outdoor totems included), developed mobile app tourist guide, developed VR programs, as well as educational-ones. There is a 4 x 4 vehicle which was procured through the ADRILINK project for the needs of the LIC. In addition to this, the LIC as a self-standing and isolated facility has been secured from any damage, thefts and breakings in through the establishment of fire-alarm system and video surveillance system.
The LIC Sutjeska represents integral part of the Virtual Reality Center Perućica. It is located in the urban part of Sutjeska National park in Tjentište. It covers the area of cca 800m2. It is composed of exhibition and VR area, conference hall (250 seats) and administrative part (offices and server room). There are 5 people employed who are in charge of making presentations, tourist guiding through the LIC and interpretation of the LIC and NPS offer, information providing to the visitors, bookings of tours, visits, transportation and other services for the tourists and visitors, preparation of new VR and educational programs, organization of workshops, conferences, seminars and other tourist-related services.
Contacts
Public Institution Sutjeska National park, Tjentište 73311, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Tel. 00387 58 233 102- switch-board
E-mail: office@sutjeskanp.com
Serres
The Landscape Interpretation Center in Serres is at located 6 Athanasiou Argyrou str. One of the advantages of the building is its geographical location, as it is located in the city center. At the same time, it can offer access to people with disabilities, both in the courtyard and inside.
The LIC will be operating from Monday to Sunday with visiting hours set from 07.00 to 17.00. For the management of the program and the LIC, OPAKPA has at its disposal two employees. However, the plan is to sign memorandums of cooperation with the University Institutions based in the city of Serres. The purpose is, through the practical training of the students, to provide them with appropriate training in actions related to the promotion of tourism, as well as computerization and digitization actions.
The Landscape Interpretation Centre in Serres will be guided by the vision of turning the area into a destination for sustainable tourism aligned with the needs of the local community and its visitors.
Through the special landscape of the municipality of Serres, to bring nature closer to the people again, primarily to the local population and the inhabitants and then to the visitors.
The supporting object of interpretation in the form of a visitor interpretation center is a physical reference point located in Serres. As such, it is an excellent starting point for getting to know the area, but also a gathering place for the community through various meetings and programs held in it, supporting the goals of the LIC.
OPAKPA, evaluating the results obtained from the workshops that took place during the first stages of the project, proceeded to select the most important points in the Regional Unit of Serres, which are expected to have the greatest tourist interest. The next step was the classification of the specific points into axes that could present a specific theme and more specifically, the sectors of Culture, Nature and the Environment in general, Gastronomy which is based on local products of Serres and the axis of Sports and activities that can take place outdoors.
Taking into account all the above, but also the fact that as a project partner, OPAKPA, has the obligation to design, create and equip an exhibition space at its headquarters, the material that will be shown to the visitors had to be designed. More specifically, the design and production of digital multimedia applications that will be installed on specific equipment in the exhibition area must be done.
The interpretation center itself is designed with the installation of oneinteractive corner equipped with one infokiosk that will be placed at the area of the Serres Racing Circuit, where tourists will be able to familiarize themselves with the offer of landscapes and tourist attractions through 360VR video content and VR technology.
The role of the infokiosk is that all information will be available outside the working hours of the Serres Racing Circuit, so that all interested visitors can familiarize themselves with the contents of the themed landscape itineraries before entering, and even reserve or pay for certain services.
In addition, there will be professional screens for displaying 360VR content, as well as tablets and computers “all in one” intended for searching and broadcasting informative and educational content, as well as animation for children.
Contacts
Address: Athanasiou Argirou 6, 62120 Serres, Greece Phone: +30 23210 22487
E-mail: opakpa@otenet.gr www.serres.gr
Valbona
The LIC is located within the premises and will be part of the Tourism Development center in Valbona. The Tourism Development Center in Valbona has been designated as a multifunctional tourism incubator including public services such as DMO, regional tourism initiatives and private services such as: snack bar, restaurant, accommodation, sauna / spa, etc.
The LIC is located within the premises and will be part of the Tourism Development center in Valbona. The Tourism Development Center in Valbona has been designated as a multifunctional tourism incubator including public services such as DMO, regional tourism initiatives and private services such as: snack bar, restaurant, accommodation, sauna / spa, etc. Its mission is focused on tourism development and marketing cam- paign with the vision of sustainable tourism which stimulates economic growth while preserving natural resources and cultural heritage. Tourism services have the focus on providing innovative on-site hospitality, destination development and marketing to tour- ists, which will include tourism organizations, conservation agencies, tourism businesses and local communities. Tourism Development Center in Valbona serves as a tool for economic development, helping businesses, tourists and destinations to develop and connect with sustainable tourism experiences that support environmental conservation, cultural heritage preservation and increase the standard of living of local residents. Ser- vices offered are accommodation, biking trails information and mountain biking hiring possibilities, information on biking and hiking trails on the area, information on natural and historical attractions etc. LIC and the information gathered through ADRILINK proj- ect is an additional value for the Tourism Development Center.
Contacts
Address: AEM – Economic Support Agency (Agjensia e MbeshtetjesEkonomike) Phone: +355 (0) 69 36 84 930
E-mail: info@agjensia-aem.com www.agjencia-aem.com
Gradiška
LIC Gradiška presents a thematic routes marked with outdoor interpretive panels con- nected with a mobile application that guides you through our LIC, Within our LIC us we will ensure you to enjoy a landscape history and to walk back through Ancient period and Roman pathways in Gradiška.
LIC Gradiška presents a thematic routes marked with outdoor interpretive panels con- nected with a mobile application that guides you through our LIC, Within our LIC us we will ensure you to enjoy a landscape history and to walk back through Ancient period and Roman pathways in Gradiška.
Through our LIC, we created a brand “AVEnture Gradiška” and enabled new tourist experience for LIC visitors by using multimedia. In Gradiš- ka you can enjoy in one walk and three biking routes and by using our AVEnture tourist guide, mobile application, we will ensure interesting treasure hunt and through gamification we will make the invisible heritage from the Roman pe- riod visible to you.
In our LIC by visiting 4 AVEnture routes and 19 locations by scanning QR codes you will collect Roman coins which you can use as discounts at our AVEnture hosts places. Or you can choose to have guided AVEnture tours. Roman histori- an and politician Tacitus, freed slave Potamilia Proba, prophetesses Sibyl and ancient Roman goddess of bees and honey Melona are also waiting for you to contact them and they will guide you through our City AVEnture.
Contacts
Municipality Mošćenička Draga
Landscape interpretation centre Mošćenička Draga consists of three dispersed units which are located in settlements Kraj, Mošćenice and Brseč as the starting points of the itineraries.
Landscape interpretation centre Mošćenička Draga consists of three dispersed units which are located in settlements Kraj, Mošćenice and Brseč as the starting points of the itineraries. Each of three LIC is conceived as a unique whole formed by three
interconnected elements: an interactive kiosk with a touch screen as the main means of presenting the content, a rest area and a horticultural solution with autochthonous plants that reflects the landscape specificities of individual micro location.
For each of the points of LIC, the narrative starts from the perspective of its position. The interactive map shows the visitor where he is and which surrounding attractions he can access through a network of themed itineraries. The content is presented through a hierarchy of landscape typology: surrounding landscape types, areas, individ- ual attractions and the itineraries.
Additionally some of the immersive interactive elements such as 360° panoramas and 3D landscape models are presented through VR headset located in the premises of the tourist information center of the Municipality of Mošćenička Draga.
Landscape interpretation centre Mošćenička Draga is located in an open area and is therefore accessible to visitors free of charge at any time. The LIC contains all the nec- essary information that allows the visitor to independently explore the landscape. For additional information, visitors can contact the tourist community and the municipality of Mošćenička Draga.
Contacts
Address: Trg Slobode 7, 51 417 Mošćenička Draga, Croatia Phone: +385 51 737 621
E-mail: projekti@moscenicka-draga.hr www.moscenicka-draga.hr
Jesi
The LIC is located in Palazzo Balleani Vecchio, an ancient palace in the heart of the historic centre of Jesi. The LIC in Jesi is a multimedia space conceived as a real portal in the area, a space that, through virtual devices and printed or direct information, will guide visitors to visit the natural, cultural or historical beauty of the Vallesina. Palazzo Balleani Vecchio houses the IME (Marche Region Food and Wine Institute) as well.
The LIC is located in Palazzo Balleani Vecchio, an ancient palace in the heart of the historic centre of Jesi. The LIC in Jesi is a multimedia space conceived as a real portal in the area, a space that, through virtual devices and printed or direct information, will guide visitors to visit the natural, cultural or historical beauty of the Vallesina. Palazzo Balleani Vecchio houses the IME (Marche Region Food and Wine Institute) as well.
Contacts
Comune di Jesi – Ufficio Turismo – Piazza della Repubblica
Address: Piazza della Repubblica 60035 Jesi (AN) Italy Phone: + 390731538420
E-mail: turismo@comune.jesi.an.it www.turismojesi.it
Turistička organizacija Grada Sremska Mitrovica
The Landscape Interpretation Center is located within the new Tourist Information Center located in the pedestrian zone of Sremska Mitrovica in the city park and in another two LIC information points
The Landscape Interpretation Center is located within the new Tourist Information Center located in the pedestrian zone of Sremska Mitrovica in the city park and in another two LIC information points: one in the Imperial Palace, the other in the Nature Reserve Zasavica.
The interpretation center itself is designed with the installation of a VR corner where tourists will be able to familiarize themselves with the offer of landscapes and tourist attractions through 360VR video content and VR technology. In addition, there is be a professional LCD screen for displaying 360VR content, as well as tablets and special computers “all in one” intended for searching and broadcasting informative and edu- cational content, as well as animation for children.
The new Tourist Information Center is the main hub for the interpretation of the land- scape and the coordination point where activities related to posting information on the entire network are planned. It is equipped with a VR corner that, in addition to the VR glasses, it also have a display (VR Mirror) that shows what is being seen on them at that moment. In addition, external interactive totem is installed in front of the center itself in the pedestrian zone. The role of this totem is twofold, all information are available outside the working hours of the tourist information center 24/7, and during working hours, interested visitors can familiarize themselves with the contents of the themed landscape itineraries before entering, and even reserve or pay for certain services.
Contacts
Address: Masarikova 2a, 22000 Sremska Mitrovica Phone: +381 22 618 275
E-mail: turistorgsm@yahoo.com www.tosmomi.rs
Tepelena
The task of a landscape interpretation center is to sustainably manage the landscape through participatory processes, visitors’ experience creation, and educational activities.
The task of a landscape interpretation center is to sustainably manage the landscape through participatory processes, visitors’ experience creation, and educational activities. The LIC Tepelena places the visitors’ center within the History Museum of Tepelena.
The location of the Museum is chosen for the LIC visitors’ center as it is located in the city center of Tepelena. The museum already showcases the history of this area, including archaeological, historical, and ethnographic objects and documents. These objects rep- resent the way of living in the Tepelena region during different periods, starting from the Bronze Age, up to the present day. Those objects and the way of life are in close relation with the landscape of the area. The landscape is the basis of an area’s identity and an ex- pression of the local traditions and heritage.
The location of the museum, and therefore the LIC visitors’ center, is very convenient as a starting point for landscape exploration. It is also a convenient location for organising educational or creative events aimed to promote landscape protection.