3D Tour Creation & Laser Scanning of Historical Landmarks in Hlukhiv and Shostka Regions

Our company has carried out large-scale laser scanning and developed interactive 3D tours for 10 prominent historical, architectural, and urban planning landmarks in the Hlukhiv and Shostka communities. This project aims at high-precision digital preservation of Ukraine’s cultural heritage amidst current threats and expanding opportunities for virtual tourism in the Sumy region.

Digitized Cultural Heritage Objects

• Hlukhiv:

  • Ascension Church — 3D-тур Matterport

  • Historical Water Tower — 3D-тур Matterport

  • Kochubey Estate House — 3D-тур Matterport

  • Post and Telegraph Office (Myklashevsky House) — 3D-тур Matterport

  • House of the District Zemstvo and City Duma — 3D-тур Matterport

• Poloshky village:

  • St. Nicholas Church — 3D-тур Matterport

• Voronizh village:

  • St. Michael’s Church — 3D-тур Matterport

  • Spaso-Preobrazhenska Church — 3D-тур Matterport

• Pyarohivka village:

  • Pokrovska Church with Bell Tower — 3D-тур Matterport

The Role of Laser Scanning in Historical Heritage Preservation

• Creation of Precise Digital Twins: Terrestrial 3D scanning technology captures the geometry and spatial positioning of an object with millimeter accuracy. The generated point cloud serves as a reliable digital archive, immortalizing the landmark in its current state in case of damage or destruction.

• Foundation for Scientific Restoration: Based on the acquired spatial data, as-built drawings and BIM models are created. These are critical for architects and restorers when planning restoration work on damaged facades, roofs, or interiors.

• Degradation Monitoring: Detailed digitization helps identify the smallest structural deformations, cracks, or subsidence, allowing specialists to schedule timely remediation work and protect buildings from further destruction.

Benefits of Interactive 3D Tours for Architectural Monuments

• Barrier-Free Virtual Tourism: Modern 3D tours create a full sense of presence (VR). Researchers, local historians, and tourists from anywhere in the world can remotely explore unique locations of Ukrainian architecture.

• Maximum Detail: Unlike regular photos or videos, spherical panoramic scanning allows users to zoom in and examine intricate stucco details, carvings, ancient paintings, and frescoes that are difficult to inspect during a traditional tour.

• Community Promotion: Embedding virtual tours on territorial community websites and tourist portals significantly boosts interest in the cultural and historical potential of the region.

Utilizing innovative spatial measurement methods transforms vulnerable historical structures into preserved digital assets. This is not only a reliable tool for researchers and builders, but also a powerful means of preserving national identity, ensuring that the wealth of Ukrainian architectural tradition is passed down to future generations.

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