The theme of Troy and the Trojan War has become a model to many rulers throughout history, from the Romans who saw themselves as descendants of the Trojans, up to various later dynasties who derived their legitimation from Trojan ancestry. The subject of Troy played a major part in literature of classical antiquity and was approached by classical, medieval and modern authors and artists in every possible genre. It brings to life the dream world of gods and heroes as portrayed in Homer's Iliad by presenting antique art works such as vase painting and sculptures, medieval manuscripts, modern-day paintings and graphics which illustrate Troy as a major topic in art history. On the archeological pan, presented in the exhibition are unique findings never presented before outside of Turkey, bringing the Bronze Age to life. Around one million of visitors are expected altogether to attend this outstanding exhibition, in its different destinations.
Guides report enjoying to work hands free, no microphone.
The operation of the systems commenced earlier this month, and already appears to be a great success, as the system seems to be assisting both visitors and operating guides, enhancing thus the visitor experience significantly. First reports suggest that visitors felt absolutely comfortable with the headphones, carrying them on even in tours of several hours, and the guides reported they enjoyed operating a system where their hands were totally free of holding microphones. In Italy, an experimental usage of GroupGuide was carried out by a Tourism company importing tourist groups from the USA to Europe. The company equipped a group of tourists and their guide with a GroupGuide system for their tour. The reactions of the tourists were most enthusiastic, mostly pointing out the innovative advantage of being free to wander and look around, to contemplate and even isolate with the exhibits and still be part of the group, receiving all the information from the guide as if it was a private guide.