Pusering Jagat Temple Transcends Time to the Digital Era with Hologram Technology

Technological advancements have brought us to a new era where interactive experiences are no longer limited by the boundaries of the real world. In the midst of this change, it is important to combine technology with the richness of local culture, as is done on the island of Bali, one of which is Pura Pusering Jagat. Located in the center of the island, Pura Pusering Jagat in Pejeng, Tampaksiring, Gianyar, is a cornerstone of Balinese life and culture.

Apr 4, 2024 - 22:06
Apr 5, 2024 - 09:46
Pusering Jagat Temple Transcends Time to the Digital Era with Hologram Technology
Pusering Jagat Temple (Source: Editorial Collection)

In an effort to introduce and celebrate the cultural heritage of Pura Pusering Jagat, researchers have created an innovative solution that combines hologram technology with hand gesture recognition. Through a journal titled "Hologram Application with Hand Gesture Recognition Technology as Interactive Media for Pusering Jagat Temple Information System," researchers developed a hologram application that allows visitors to interact directly with Pusering Jagat Temple, even if they cannot physically visit it.

Initial View of Pusering Jagat Temple Hologram Application

Pura Pusering Jagat is the starting point of civilization in Bali, and it is important for us to introduce the beauty and meaning of every detail in it to the wider community. With interactive hologram technology, it is expected to provide an immersive and interesting experience to every visitor at Pura Pusering Jagat.

This application was created using Python programming language with the help of OpenCV library for hand gesture recognition, and operated on Unity 3D platform. Visitors can easily interact with the holographic objects of Pura Pusering Jagat, such as selecting menus, rotating, zooming in, and zooming out objects, using their hand gestures.

Main Menu Display of Pusering Jagat Temple Hologram Application

The development of this hologram technology not only aims to provide an engaging experience, but also to increase understanding and appreciation of Bali's cultural heritage. It is hoped that by utilizing this technology, the public will be more interested in exploring and understanding the unique aspects of Pura Pusering Jagat.

This innovation also has great potential in the preservation of cultural heritage. By providing in-depth information about the history, culture, and meaning behind Pura Pusering Jagat, this interactive hologram application can be a powerful tool in preserving and caring for our cultural heritage for future generations.

Detail Information Display of Pelinggih Ratu Gede at Pusering Jagat Temple

Through collaboration between technology and culture, we can reveal the magic and richness of our cultural heritage in new and exciting ways. Thus, interactive hologram technology not only brings new life to Pura Pusering Jagat, but also provides an opportunity for the public to connect with their cultural heritage in a more intimate and profound way.

Source: "Hologram Application with Hand Motion Recognition Technology as Interactive Media of Pusering Jagat Temple Information System", I Ketut Shiva Govinda Putra