Failte Ireland has announced the investment of €2.3M in augmented reality and interactive experiences across Ireland's Ancient East.

First project to open will be "Masterpieces in Glass," a €200K creation located at Waterford's 18th-century Bishop's Palace, which will use augmented reality - delivered in French and Mandarin as well as English - to tell the story of glassmaking in Waterford.

Minister of State for Business, Enterprise and Innovation and Waterford T.D. John Halligan said:

“Ireland’s Ancient East attracts visitors from across the country and overseas thanks to its rich history and culture. Waterford is an integral part of Ireland’s Ancient East, and I’m delighted to unveil the new Masterpieces in Glass experience at the amazing Bishop’s Palace today which will help to raise the county’s profile as a culturally-rich destination. Investment like this from Fáilte Ireland has been fundamental in developing tourism in Waterford and I look forward to seeing more innovative projects like this opening over the coming year.”