# 3D-Modeled Historic Cities Researchers at Lund University Have Created a Model of Old Pompeii By Joey Haar | Published 2016-10-07 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lund-university References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/3d-modeling-reveals-the-beauty-of-pompeii-before-its-de-1787396944) & [lunduniversity.lu.se](http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/researchers-reconstruct-beautiful-house-in-pompeii-using-3d-technology) Archaeologists and computer scientists from Sweden's Lund University have teamed up to create a 3D model of Old Pompeii based on the artifacts and ruins that are on the site of the historic city today. However, rather than just creating a digitized model of the ruins themselves, the researchers extrapolated from the information and artifacts available to create a 3D model of the city as it would have looked in its prime. Pompeii is best known for the harrowing casts of its [ancient citizens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anno-117-pax-romana) who were flash-buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. However, the city was a thriving metropolis at the time, home to some of the more powerful people in the empire. Lund University's reconstruction features some of these powerful abodes, such as the manor of a wealthy resident named Caecilius as it likely looked before the eruption. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3D Modeling:** Creating digital models of historical sites for a more immersive and accurate understanding of the past. - **Historical Reconstruction:** Using available information and artifacts to recreate historical cities and landmarks in virtual reality. - **Heritage Conservation:** Preserving and showcasing cultural heritage through digital recreations of ancient ruins and artifacts. ### Where This Applies - **Archaeology:** Applying 3D modeling technology to access and study ancient civilizations. - **Tourism:** Enhancing visitor experiences by offering virtual tours of historical sites and cities. - **Education:** Using virtual reconstructions as interactive tools in history and archaeology classes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Canopy Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archaeological-complex-of-carmona.md) - [Colorful Metaverse Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-cities.md) - [Historical Mapping Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timemap.md) - [Digital Urban Replica Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realitymaps.md) - [Historical Mapping Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastmaps.md) - [Text-Restoring AI Softwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-ithaca.md) - [Roman Architecture-Themed Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forum-des-vestiges.md) - [AR-Revived Premium Art Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egypt-augmented.md) - [Historical Architecture Game Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-notre-dame-set.md)