STELLA NOVARESEARCH PROJECTS
Chichén Itzá

Stella Nova Heritage Technology Program · Site 001

Chichén Itzá HeritageView Project

A Stella Nova applied research and experiential education initiative powered by HeritageView technology.

We are building the digital foundation for a next-generation heritage experience at Chichén Itzá—combining rigorous research, high-fidelity site models, character and spatial systems, operational frameworks, and sustainable revenue-share models that support conservation, education, and community benefit.

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3D MODEL
El Castillo
SPATIAL MAP
Plaza Central
DATA LAYER
Archaeology
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Project overview

The project develops the research, digital infrastructure, content, and operations required to deliver a rigorous, accountable heritage experience. Archaeology, modeling, spatial design, AR systems, operations, and business innovation are integrated in one replicable multi-site framework.

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Current pilot: Chichén Itzá

Site master plan
  1. 1El Castillo
  2. 2Great Ball Court
  3. 3El Caracol
  4. 4Temple of the Warriors
  5. 5Sacred Cenote
  6. 6Platform of the Eagles and Jaguars
28 / 42Structures Modeled
16 / 35Character Assets
12 / 18Spatial Zones Defined
7Field-Validation Needs
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Site development workbench

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Systems & operations

HeritageView glasses
  • HeritageView glasses integration
  • Rental kiosks and on-site checkouts
  • Charging and inventory management
  • Device management platform
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Business / revenue model lab

  • Lease and concession models
  • Revenue-sharing frameworks
  • Sustainability and conservation funding
  • Impact measurement and reporting
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Methodological note

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Methodological Framework for Digital Heritage SystemsVersion 1.2 · Project methodsView methodology →
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Research community comments

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Dr. María del Carmen LeónArchaeologist

Excellent integration of spatial analysis and visitor experience design. The zoning approach is robust.

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Prof. David L. CarballoHeritage Systems

The revenue-share framework can become a strong model for other heritage sites when the assumptions remain transparent.

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Outputs & publications

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