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Egypt uses AI, augmented reality to bring ancient pilgrimage site of Abu Mena to life

Abu Mena, Egypt ·

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities is using augmented reality and artificial intelligence to recreate the fifth-century architecture and spiritual heritage of Abu Mena and Saint Mina Monastery in Alexandria. Minister Sherif Fathy chaired the meeting, which was also attended by a delegation involved in the project.

Abu Mena is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was a major Christian pilgrimage centre centred on the shrine of Saint Menas, southwest of Alexandria.

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