Phu Tho harnesses digital technology to preserve cultural heritage

Youth union members in Ha Hoa township scan a QR code to learn about the Man Pagoda historical site. (Photo: baophutho)

Home to more than 320 recognised historical and cultural relics, the northern province of Phu Tho is turning to technology as an effective solution to safeguard and promote its cultural and historical values in the digital era.

The initiative forms part of the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Digitisation Programme in the 2021–2030 period, aiming to build a national digital database of heritage sites, thus contributing to the preservation and promotion of Vietnam’s cultural values.

One of the province’s standout digitalisation efforts is the integration of QR codes at historical and cultural sites, led by local youth. To date, over 20 historical and cultural sites, including temples, pagodas, communal houses, and revolutionary bases across the province have adopted QR code systems, providing instant access to information for both local residents and tourists.

These bilingual QR codes, available in both Vietnamese and English, are prominently displayed at site entrances. Upon scanning, users are directed to the official website www.ditichphutho.vn, where they can explore detailed information of the sites.

Nguyen Thi Phuong Nhung, a visitor from Hanoi, said that scanning the QR code at the Hung Lo Communal House in Viet Tri city allowed her to quickly access useful information. She found the audio guide particularly helpful, especially for first-time visitors, as the system made it easier to explore the site while learning about its history, architecture, and cultural value.

The use of digital technologies has made it easier for the public to access and explore heritage sites through a growing digital database. The digitisation of historical and cultural relics is helping to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Phu Tho, while also drawing more visitors to the ancestral land of the Vietnamese people./.

VNA

Source: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/phu-tho-harnesses-digital-technology-to-preserve-cultural-heritage-post318781.vnp