In Shenzhen, the 9th International Cultural Industries Fair, the biggest event of its kind in the country. New technology is a highlight at this year’s event.
The Mogao Caves in Northwest China’s Dunhuang come to Shenzhen. This ancient stopping-off point on the Silk Road gets a new lease of life in this southern city all thanks to 3D printing.
Yes it’s a duplicate, but this booth attracts a lot of attention from visitors. More than 5,000 pictures were taken of the caves using state-of-the-art cameras to replicate the caves, including the murals of Buddas from the Tang Dynasty, which are over 1,500 years ago.
"Many people want to visit the caves in Dunhuang, but probably can’t make it. Through this technology, we bring it here to them. It’s beneficial for the preservation of the historical site and also a great way to introduce the unique culture to the country as well as to the world, " exhibitor Wu Jian said.
"This device shows how technology can be interactive with people and improve people’s life experiences. It can be a practical thing in everyone’s lives," exhibitor Liang Litao.
43 venues exhibit all kinds of creations from around the world, making this a must-see for technies, and non-techies, alike.