MUNINN is an innovative application developed as part of the CINEproject, focusing on advanced mapping techniques. This project is a collaborative effort involving the University of St. Andrews, the Gunnar Gunnarsson Institute, and the Minjastofnun Íslands (The Cultural Heritage Agency of Iceland). This agency plays a crucial role in preserving and archiving data related to archaeological and built heritage, managing a geo-located database of protected archaeological sites. In Iceland, municipalities are required to document cultural heritage within their areas as part of their land-use and master planning, yet only a fraction of the nation’s cultural heritage has been identified and cataloged.
The MUNINN app aims to engage the public in the process of identifying cultural remains through crowdsourcing. Information collected through the app will be entered into a dedicated database, where it will be verified and made accessible to other users. This initiative is essential for mapping Iceland's cultural heritage and will contribute to standardized surveys conducted by professional archaeologists. Additionally, the app is designed to facilitate the monitoring of specific cultural heritage sites. User-generated entries will assist the Cultural Heritage Agency in tracking sites across the country and observing changes, such as the effects of erosion.
Information that can be recorded includes:
• Site name
• Type of remains
• Purpose of remains
• Threat status of the site
• Risk assessment
• GPS coordinates
Users can also capture photos with their phones and submit them along with the information.
FAQ
Q: What is the MUNINN app?
A: MUNINN is an app designed to help locate and document cultural heritage sites in Iceland. It allows users to contribute information about archaeological remains, which will be added to a certified database managed by the Cultural Heritage Agency of Iceland.
Q: How can I contribute information using the MUNINN app?
A: You can contribute by entering details about a cultural heritage site, including its name, type, purpose, risk factors, and GPS location. You can also take and upload a photo of the site.
Q: What happens to the information I submit?
A: The information you submit will be reviewed and certified before being added to the MUNINN database. This data will help archaeologists and the Cultural Heritage Agency monitor and map cultural heritage sites across Iceland.
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What's New in the Latest Version 1.9.6
Last updated on Nov 16, 2024
Muninn allows the public to help with the locating cultural remains in Iceland. Download the latest version of Muninn 1.9.6 to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
Fix a bug which causes items to be duplicated if you view an entry and then create a new one.
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