THE Rentina archaeological sitetraditional fish taverns overlooking Volvi And the unique tourist experiences of the area are now becoming more accessible thanks to an innovative “digital guide”. Instead of addressing residents, consulting GPS or looking for drivers, visitors can receive all the answers from Minithe robot that has been turned into a “live” encyclopedia of Volvi.

Mini is a robotic guide that incorporates a number of information about the area, offering a pioneering experience to visitors. The robot is located at a focal point of the cross, in Information officewhich operates in collaboration with the Rental Room Association. There, Mini answers visitors questions about cultural events, sights, accommodation and areas of interest.

As Mayor Volvi, Diamantis Liamas, said in “FM 104.9”, “Our collaboration with Mini is very good”. This initiative is a continuation of an older action with an anthropomorphic robot in schools, which the students embraced with enthusiasm. “Now we took the next step: a robot-guy who talks to tourists in many languages ​​and knows everything about our municipality,” Mr. Liamas emphasizes.

Despite its short operation, Mini has already become a pole of attraction, not only for the information it offers, but also as attraction With many tourists seeking commemorative photos and conversations with him.

Innovation in tourist information through artificial intelligence

The venture was implemented by the Ortem Hellas AEtechnology company specializing in robotics. As part of the project “Supply of Social Robot Mini and the Development of Artificial Intelligence Implementation for Information to Tourists”, Mini was designed and manufactured in Thessaloniki.

According to Asterios Ikas, legal representative of Ortem Hellas SA, “Mini is not just a social robot. Its powerful feature – multilingual communication. He supports over 120 languages ​​and dialects, serving every visitor in his mother tongue. “. From Greek and English to Chinese, Turkish, French and Arabic, the visitor’s experience becomes more direct and personal, contributing to the positive promotion of the area.

Technology in the foreground, with man in the focus

The Greek team of the company, based in Thessaloniki, is inspired by the benefits of technology in tourism and is already planning corresponding robotic guides for different destinations, including winter.

Mr. Ikas emphasizes that “Mini and our other robots are not taking the place of any employee; they complement and enhance the experience. Technology is only value when it works with man – not when he replaces him ».

The Volvi Municipality initiative puts new data on modern tourism, highlighting an area with rich history, natural beauties and innovative services, combining digital transformation with traditional Greek character.

Anastasia Telianidou