"TU Graz Digitizes Dolpo's Buddhist Temples to Preserve Cultural Heritage"

Researchers from Graz University of Technology have digitized ancient Buddhist temples in Dolpo, Nepal, to safeguard their cultural heritage against natural disasters and development pressures.

• The research team from Graz University of Technology utilized 3D technology to document historical Buddhist temples in the remote Dolpo region of Nepal, dating back to the 11th century.
• These temples face threats from natural disasters like earthquakes and landslides, as well as potential damage from infrastructure projects linked to the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative.
• The project is supported by the Austrian Science Fund, emphasizing the importance of cultural studies in preserving the heritage of the Himalayas against modern challenges.