Abstract

This study presents the development of an AI-assisted digital guide designed to support cultural and religious tourism through the integration of interactive mapping and text-to-speech technologies. The project focuses on the cultural heritage of the city of Svishtov, Bulgaria, where several historically significant temples and monasteries are organized into a structured digital cultural route. Historical and descriptive information about each site was collected from local historiography and field observations and subsequently transformed into a digital format suitable for web presentation. An interactive map created in Google Maps allows users to visualize the spatial distribution of the sites and navigate the cultural route. In addition, an AI-generated audio guide based on text-to-speech technologies provides accessible audio narration for each location, enhancing the interpretive experience for visitors. The platform integrates visual content, geographic navigation, and automated voice narration within a single digital environment. The proposed approach demonstrates how artificial intelligence tools and interactive mapping technologies can support the interpretation of cultural heritage, improve the accessibility of historical information, and create engaging digital experiences for visitors. The study highlights the potential of combining digital humanities approaches with modern AI technologies for the promotion of local cultural heritage and the development of innovative tourism applications.