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The abandonment of historical buildings remains a prevalent issue in numerous cities worldwide. This problem can be attributed to various factors, such as shifts in the economic sector, escalating property values, inadequate inspections, the absence of tax incentives, and the insufficiency of repairs due to deficient or nonexistent regulations in the Master Plan, among other challenges. In light of these challenges, digital technologies have proven to be valuable tools for documenting, conserving, and restoring buildings and cultural artifacts. Augmented Reality (AR) is one such technology that can serve as a powerful aid in heritage education, with the objective of raising awareness among the population about the historical heritage within their environment. By leveraging AR, efforts can be made to preserve and enhance the value of these buildings. This study examines the application of Augmented Reality technology in representing the historical-cultural heritage of Crissiumal/RS, focusing on heritage education and the appreciation of the city’s historical assets. The city is home to several historical buildings that have unfortunately been forgotten and undergone modifications over the years. For this study, the focus was on analyzing the city’s first bus station, constructed in 1944. The methodology employed encompassed four main stages: investigating the building’s history, analyzing the architectural features and modifications applied to its facade, develo** a 3D model, and implementing Augmented Reality (AR) for practical applications. Through the utilization of AR technology, immersive experiences were made possible for the community, granting them access to historical information about cultural buildings. The findings of the study indicate that AR technology can serve as a valuable tool in initiatives targeting heritage education within the community. By generating a sense of recognition and belonging, AR fosters an appreciation for and preservation of historical buildings.
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Also known as the German and Italian colonial region, the “old colonies” occupied the São Leopoldo colony and gradually expanded to the valleys of the Sinos, Caí, and Taquari rivers in Rio Grande do Sul (NEUMANN, 2009, p. 15).
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Founded in 1939 by brothers Willy Fleck and Raimundo Fleck, Viação Ouro e Prata is a Brazilian transportation company, currently headquartered in the city of Porto Alegre, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul (VIAÇÃO OURO E PRATA, 2023, Online).
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Visual pollution refers to the visual disharmony or deterioration that results in an aesthetic imbalance in the city and urban landscape (ANTACLI, 2004).
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The authors would like to thank the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), Postgraduation Program of Architecture and Urbanism of ATITUS Educação, and Fundação Meridional, which provided the means to carry out this research.
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Bertaluci, G.L.L., da Silva, T.L. (2024). Augmented Reality as a Tool for Heritage Education and Valuation of Historical Heritage. In: Lanzinha, J.C.G., Qualharini, E.L. (eds) Proceedings of CIRMARE 2023. CIRMARE 2023. Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, vol 444. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-48461-2_26
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