World Heritage
3D Conservation Initiative

See Heritage. Share Heritage.

July - November 2026

From wonders carved by nature's hand to monuments of old, our world's heritage is a beauty meant to last. Yet, left to the winds of time, even the grandest stone must face deterioration. Now, with DJI Enterprise's integrated aerial surveying and mapping solutions, you can build a digital archive that outlives the elements. Transform 3D models into immersive flythroughs using DJI Reality, and become the keeper of our shared history. What time erodes, you immortalize.

Excellence in Cultural Heritage Award

Breathe new life into time-worn monuments,
tracing the footsteps of humanity through digital twins.

Longmen Grottoes, China

@无人机王老师

Created from the late 5th to the 10th century, these grand carvings document the political, religious, and cultural evolution of ancient China.

Insight
Expert Panel

This 3D model vividly reconstructs the statuary, capturing garment folds and facial expressions in stunning detail. Furthermore, using the model in audiovisual presentations helps a wider audience explore the site's history and artistic significance.

Las Ventas Bullring, Spain

@MCR INFOELECTRONIC S.L. & Spanish National Police

Embodying Madrid's urban memory, Las Ventas Bullring is a massive historical monument and a Neo-Mudéjar architectural masterpiece.

Insight
Expert Panel

This model captures the arena's vast space while authentically reproducing its intricate brick and tile textures. The drone's Smart 3D Explore capability ensures remarkable accuracy and expressive detail, creating a truly engaging viewing experience.

Excellence in Natural Heritage Award

Bear witness to the majesty of deep time,
anchoring our world's wild grandeur in 3D space.

Wulingyuan, China

@LOVE娟娟888

Uplifted from an ancient deep seabed, sandstone layers now form thousands of peaks amid ravines, streams, and waterfalls.

Insight
Expert Panel

Reconstructing this natural wonder is no easy feat. Drone mapping captures its dramatic peaks and deep ravines, bringing the rugged terrain to life in 3D. This model lets viewers freely navigate the digital landscape, offering an immersive perspective for study.

Cappadocia Rock Sites, Türkiye

@Enes Ertan Kulaksız

Shaped by erosion, these volcanic rock forms became fairy chimneys, some carved into dwellings and chapels that reflect centuries of cultural history.

Insight
Expert Panel

This project clearly documents geological features while preserving the spatial relationships between rock strata and ancient dwellings. Through a dynamic 3D flythrough, it highlights this heritage, offering an accessible way to explore complex landscapes.

People's Choice Award

Shared passion brings digital heritage to life.
To see is to protect.

Dazu Rock Carvings, China

@重庆航拍星星

Detailed 3D modeling reveals the artistry of the rock carvings, creating a digital record to share with future generations.

Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Colombia

@Michel Dayana Sanchez Trujillo

Besides reconstructing this 17th-century castle, the creator highlights the drone surveying and 3D modeling workflow.

Candi Plaosan Temple Complex, Indonesia

@Urban Teknologi

Within this expansive 3D model of the 9th-century twin temples, Bodhisattva statues and stone textures emerge in crisp detail.

Jingshan Temple Ancient Architectural Complex, China

@猪猪的[猪表情]

This 3D model captures the temple's architecture in breathtaking detail, offering a vivid perspective on its spiritual significance.

Shenzhen Bay Modern Architecture, China

@HANG航摄

A layered comparison of real footage and a 3D mesh model adds a captivating technological flair to Shenzhen Bay.

Ingapirca Archaeological Complex, Ecuador

@Semoa.geo

An intuitive flythrough reveals the site's complex layout, showcasing the enduring legacy of the ancient Inca civilization.

Heroes of Puente Sampayo Monument, Spain

@Patxi Mariño

From rock to pixel, this model clearly reveals inscriptions and dates, bringing monumental history closer to modern viewers.

Longwo Temple Grottoes Ruins, China

@Cheng.Dong

High on the Taihang cliffs, ancient statues endure time. Through dynamic 3D rendering, these 10th-century relics come to life.

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