VIRTUAL TOUR OF GEOPARK DESTINATIONS
Virtual tourism is a growing trend. Using virtual reality and 360-degree travel videos, the experiences offered by Finnish nature can be conveyed to consumers in an even more versatile way. Connecting virtual reality to the Saimaa Geopark sites creates an even more versatile and modern perspective on the subject. So go on a virtual nature trip to get to know Lappeenranta's geosites!
VIRTUalreality
Virtualreality (VR) is fully computerized 3D environment that mimics an interactive, real environment. It aims to convey the feeling of presence to the viewer. When implementing virtual content, 360 degrees images and videos are usually used. Virtual environment is created with the help of various computer devices ans software. A virtualreality user may need different tools to interact with the environment. Virtual reality equipment usually consists of virtual headset, headphones and additional devices, such as motion detection equipment and controllers.
VIRTUAltOURISM
Virtualtourism is considered to have started around 150 years ago, when virtualtravel was viewing various printed photos and pictorial narratives, i.e. panoramas. Technology and the coronavirus pandemic have accelerated the development of virtualtours to become even more versatile and real. Today, however virtualtourism is defined as an immersive experience that takes place completely virtually.