Applying digital technology in cultural heritage preservation: International experience and suggestions for Vietnam
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https://doi.org/10.31276/CSQL.2025.3547Keywords:
cultural heritage, digital technology, preservation, VietnamAbstract
In the contemporary context, the application of scientific and technological achievements has opened new pathways for the preservation of cultural heritage. This not only represents a transformation in the cultural heritage management approaches but also offers novel experiences to visitors, thereby bolstering the attractiveness and accessibility of cultural heritage destinations. Digital technology facilitates the establishment of digital databases on cultural heritage, creating detailed information repositories, and providing a fundamental foundation for preservation efforts as well as the optimal utilisation of its potential. This article examines experiences in the application of digital technologies for cultural heritage preservation in several organisations and countries around the world, including Greece, China, France, and the European Union, then proposes recommendations for Vietnam to consider.
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