Are you someone who is planning to visit the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia? Well, if you have also been planning to take this religious travel journey, then you will be pleased to know that now artificial intelligence technologies are helping devotees throughout the day. Yes, the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has embraced AI for guiding pilgrims throughout the day.
AI Technologies For Guiding Pilgrims
According to a recent report by the Arab News, it was revealed that the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has involved AI technology and a range of other digital techniques for offering guidance and counselling to visitors. Yes, with the help of 52 screens both inside and outside the Grand Mosque, the authority disseminates guidance content.
52 Screens Both Inside And Outside The Mosque
It should be noted that it covers a total area of 279 m² and the operation. Not to mention, the maintenance administration makes sure that there is a seamless function of high-definition screens. As such, a specialised team, which includes scholars in religious and guidance aspects have curated the content. Yes, and these are suited to specific occasions. Not to mention, there is also a dedicated team to translate this content into several languages! As these screens are operational all the time, it’s quite convenient and is strategically located at the entrances, exits, roads leading to the grand mosque, and even the courtyard.
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At this point, it’s worth revealing that AI has been introduced through a guidance robot that has been designed to assist pilgrims. Yes, this has been done by offering essential brochures and publications, which will help them to facilitate their rituals.
So, the next time you visit the Grand Mosque, you might find help from these interactive guidance robots that contain informative and guiding content. And while you are at it, you will also be able to access and share it via your mobile phones.
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