A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins

<p>This is a 3D model of Pillar Tomb at Kua, Pwani, Tanzania. A 3D model is a digital representation of a structure or space that captures its shape in three dimensions. These files can be viewed in the open source software, Meshlab.</p><p><small><i>The information in t...

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1. autor: Heinz Rüther (6040169) (author)
Kolejni autorzy: Ralph Schröder (7499318) (author), Roshan Bhurtha (6040445) (author), Stephen Wessels (7521101) (author), Bruce McDonald (7499315) (author)
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author Heinz Rüther (6040169)
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Roshan Bhurtha (6040445)
Stephen Wessels (7521101)
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Ralph Schröder (7499318)
Roshan Bhurtha (6040445)
Stephen Wessels (7521101)
Bruce McDonald (7499315)
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Geospatial information systems and geospatial data modelling
Historical archaeology (incl. industrial archaeology)
Archaeology not elsewhere classified
Digital heritage
Heritage and cultural conservation
Zamani
UCT
Digital Heritage
3D rendering
Laser Scan
Virtual Reality
Visualization
Structure
Tanzania
Pwani
Kua
Juani Island
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description <p>This is a 3D model of Pillar Tomb at Kua, Pwani, Tanzania. A 3D model is a digital representation of a structure or space that captures its shape in three dimensions. These files can be viewed in the open source software, Meshlab.</p><p><small><i>The information in this site description is provided for contextual purposes only and should not be regarded as a primary source.</i></small><br>Kua are the remains of a Swahili settlement featuring coral stone architecture, including mosques, tombs, and domestic structures. The site reflects Islamic influence in building techniques and urban planning, with evidence of trade connections across the Indian Ocean. Artifacts such as ceramics and glassware indicate commercial activity and cultural exchange. Kua contributes to understanding Swahili coastal society, religious practices, and maritime networks.</p><br><p>The Zamani Project seeks to increase awareness and knowledge of tangible cultural heritage in Africa and internationally by creating metrically accurate digital representations of historical sites. Digital spatial data of cultural heritage sites can be used for research and education, for restoration and conservation, and as a record for future generations. The Zamani Project operates as a non-profit organisation within the University of Cape Town.</p><p>All work was carried out as part of the <b>Kua Conservation Project:</b><br><b>Co-Directors:</b> Stephane Pradines (ISMC-AKU) and Pierre Blanchard (WMF).<br><b>Partner institutions:</b> Aga Khan University (AKU); Tanzanian Antiquities; World Monument Fund (WMF), Zamani Project (University of Cape Town)</p><p>The Zamani Project contributed accurate 3D models and maps of the site and structures to the Kua Conservation Program.</p><p><b>Special thanks</b> to the Saville Foundation, and the Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations - Aga Khan University London, among others, for their contributions to the digital documentation of this heritage site.</p><p><small><i>If you believe any information in this description is incorrect, please contact the repository administrators.</i></small></p>
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spelling A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua RuinsHeinz Rüther (6040169)Ralph Schröder (7499318)Roshan Bhurtha (6040445)Stephen Wessels (7521101)Bruce McDonald (7499315)Architectural heritage and conservationGeospatial information systems and geospatial data modellingHistorical archaeology (incl. industrial archaeology)Archaeology not elsewhere classifiedDigital heritageHeritage and cultural conservationZamaniUCTDigital Heritage3D renderingLaser ScanVirtual RealityVisualizationStructureTanzaniaPwaniKuaJuani Island<p>This is a 3D model of Pillar Tomb at Kua, Pwani, Tanzania. A 3D model is a digital representation of a structure or space that captures its shape in three dimensions. These files can be viewed in the open source software, Meshlab.</p><p><small><i>The information in this site description is provided for contextual purposes only and should not be regarded as a primary source.</i></small><br>Kua are the remains of a Swahili settlement featuring coral stone architecture, including mosques, tombs, and domestic structures. The site reflects Islamic influence in building techniques and urban planning, with evidence of trade connections across the Indian Ocean. Artifacts such as ceramics and glassware indicate commercial activity and cultural exchange. Kua contributes to understanding Swahili coastal society, religious practices, and maritime networks.</p><br><p>The Zamani Project seeks to increase awareness and knowledge of tangible cultural heritage in Africa and internationally by creating metrically accurate digital representations of historical sites. Digital spatial data of cultural heritage sites can be used for research and education, for restoration and conservation, and as a record for future generations. The Zamani Project operates as a non-profit organisation within the University of Cape Town.</p><p>All work was carried out as part of the <b>Kua Conservation Project:</b><br><b>Co-Directors:</b> Stephane Pradines (ISMC-AKU) and Pierre Blanchard (WMF).<br><b>Partner institutions:</b> Aga Khan University (AKU); Tanzanian Antiquities; World Monument Fund (WMF), Zamani Project (University of Cape Town)</p><p>The Zamani Project contributed accurate 3D models and maps of the site and structures to the Kua Conservation Program.</p><p><b>Special thanks</b> to the Saville Foundation, and the Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations - Aga Khan University London, among others, for their contributions to the digital documentation of this heritage site.</p><p><small><i>If you believe any information in this description is incorrect, please contact the repository administrators.</i></small></p>2025-11-24T18:07:43ZDatasetMediainfo:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersiondataset10.25375/uct.10011863.v3https://figshare.com/articles/media/3D_Model_File_Set_of_Pillar_Tomb_Kua_Ruins_Pillar_Tomb_v4_5mil_4k_obj_/10011863CC BY-NC 4.0info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessoai:figshare.com:article/100118632025-11-24T18:07:43Z
spellingShingle A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
Heinz Rüther (6040169)
Architectural heritage and conservation
Geospatial information systems and geospatial data modelling
Historical archaeology (incl. industrial archaeology)
Archaeology not elsewhere classified
Digital heritage
Heritage and cultural conservation
Zamani
UCT
Digital Heritage
3D rendering
Laser Scan
Virtual Reality
Visualization
Structure
Tanzania
Pwani
Kua
Juani Island
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title A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
title_full A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
title_fullStr A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
title_full_unstemmed A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
title_short A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
title_sort A 3D Model of the Pillar Tomb at Kua Ruins
topic Architectural heritage and conservation
Geospatial information systems and geospatial data modelling
Historical archaeology (incl. industrial archaeology)
Archaeology not elsewhere classified
Digital heritage
Heritage and cultural conservation
Zamani
UCT
Digital Heritage
3D rendering
Laser Scan
Virtual Reality
Visualization
Structure
Tanzania
Pwani
Kua
Juani Island