LAVA: Laconia Virtual Archaeology

Who is affected

General public who may wish to visit ancient Sparta.
Encouraging children to engage with archaeology and the ancient world through a medium they are keen to use.
Bringing attention to ancient Sparta and thereby encouraging tourism
Bringing attention to the issues of archaeological reconstruction and heritage management.

Narrative

The reconstruction of the Sparta Acropolis in a virtual world so that vistors may virtual see and experience the archaeological site in its current state.
Also the virtual reconstruction of the Sparta Acropolis Basilica which allows the visitor to experience the space as well as the tensions involved in reconstructing buildings on the basis of archaeological evidence.

Impact status	Open
Category of impact	Cultural, Creative Impact, Economic, Commercial Impact, Public Policy Impact
Impact level	Involvement - mid or active stage