11 October 2024
Culture

Bringing the Acropolis to Life with COSMOTE CHRONOS: A New Era of Digital Exploration

Reanimating the Parthenon through the COSMOTE CHRONOS app. / Image Credit: Hellenic Ministry of Culture

In an exciting collaboration between the Greek Ministry of Culture and COSMOTE, the COSMOTE CHRONOS app—developed by COSMOTE—is truly bringing the Acropolis to life, ushering in a new era of digital exploration. This innovative app transports the magnificent world of the Acropolis of Athens directly to your mobile phone or tablet. Utilizing cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality technologies, COSMOTE CHRONOS allows you to view and tour the Acropolis monuments as they appeared in ancient Greece—whether you’re standing on the Sacred Rock itself or accessing the app from anywhere in the world. We had the chance to explore the app ourselves, and we’re thrilled to share the incredible features it offers.

Experience the Acropolis in Its Ancient Glory

With COSMOTE CHRONOS, history truly comes to life on your mobile device. By using your device’s camera, the app transforms the monuments of the Acropolis, presenting them as they once stood in ancient times, adorned with their original colors and vibrant details. This immersive experience brings the ancient structures back to life, allowing you to witness their grandeur and splendor as they existed during their prime, making your exploration of the Acropolis even more engaging and vivid.

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The Parthenone as it might have appeared in antiquity, featuring colorful statues on the pediment.
Image credit: COSMOTE CHRONOS
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Image Credit: COSMOTE CHRONOS

Enjoy the Monuments Wherever You Are

Whether you’re relaxing at home, in a classroom, or out in the park, COSMOTE CHRONOS allows you to explore these iconic landmarks at your convenience. You can zoom in and out on the details, gaining a clearer understanding of the impressive size and scope of the monuments as they existed in their prime.

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Image Credit: Cosmote Chronos

Take a Tour of the Monuments and Discover History in a Comprehensible Way

With the COSMOTE CHRONOS app, you can embark on an engaging journey through the Acropolis monuments. Using your device’s camera, you can walk inside and around these iconic structures, exploring their interiors from every angle and immersing yourself in their rich history.

Moreover, COSMOTE CHRONOS simplifies the historical experience by guiding you through each monument, making their stories and significance easily understandable. If you have a 5G connection, you can also interact with Clio, your digital tour guide, posing questions that deepen your understanding and appreciation of these ancient wonders.

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Clio, your digital tour guide, standing before the lost monumental gold and ivory statue of Athena,
ready to answer your questions and guide you through the wonders of the Acropolis.
Image Credit: COSMOTE CHRONOS

For All to Enjoy

The COSMOTE CHRONOS app is available for free on Google Play and the Apple Store, compatible with both Android and iOS devices. It works on both 4G and 5G networks, ensuring that everyone—from those at the Acropolis to virtual explorers across the globe—can access this incredible resource. With the Ministry of Culture expanding its collaboration with COSMOTE, the app is part of a broader initiative to enhance access to Greece’s cultural heritage, following the successful installation of free Wi-Fi at 25 of Greece’s most important archaeological sites and museums.

Whether you’re an expat in Greece or a history enthusiast across the globe, COSMOTE CHRONOS offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore one of the world’s most significant cultural sites. This app is not just a tool for tourists but an educational resource for teachers, students, and anyone with a love of history.

Click here to find out how the application works.

You might also be interested in our article “Uncover the Secrets of Ancient Athens: Explore Daily Life in an Acropolis Museum Neighborhood.”

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