Virtual resurrection leveraging 3D modeling for digital preservation of an ancient educational institution

Nowadays, advanced 3D modeling software lets us see, explore and learn about historical sites like never before. Preserving our cultural heritage for future generations means documenting ancient sites accurately and enhancing user experience in virtual visits and education. This paper describes a method to digitally reconstruct and restore Nalanda University, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We collect data from historical records, old maps and photographs, then segregate the ruins based on their importance and features. We use Blender and Maya to create and optimize 3D models to get an accurate virtual representation of Nalanda. This digital model will give us valuable insights into the university's history and culture, a resource for researchers, historians and the public.