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Preserving The Taj Mahal Case Study

SOLUTION Piql along with its partner sent a team to digitize Taj Mahal and it took over two week to scan the main areas of the 42 acre site. The processed data which has 3D Images, VR, Photographs, Videos, Geo Data points and other details will now be preserved on piqlFilm, a secure and long lasting offline storage medium and will be physically stored in the Arctic World Archive, an offline data vault that ensures the most sensitive and irreplaceable data is protected for the future, located deep inside a mountain on the arctic island of Svalbard, Norway. This vault is one of the safest locations in the world for storing data as it is built to endure the test of time, safe from natural and man-made disasters. Data stored here can last for centuries with guaranteed future accessibility. Ensuring that the valuable data stored is safely carried on into the distant future for the benefit of future generations.

One of the 7 Wonders of the World , Taj Mahal is considered among the most beautiful structural compositions in the world. The Taj Mahal is also one of the world’s most iconic monuments which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site . being “the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage”. It is regarded by many as the best example of Mughal architecture and a symbol of India’s rich history. The Taj Mahal attracts more than 6 million visitors a year. This unique architectural marvel is being digitized and pictures, 3D models, videos and other data of the monument will be kept in the AWA to ensure rebuilding, research , observe changes, and ensure that the future generations have a complete access to one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and for any restoration requirements in the future.