During China’s National Day holiday, the West Lake in Hangzhou once again became a magnet for millions of visitors. But this year, an attraction stood out — not a traditional sign, but one An AI powered photo booth called Labyrinth Mirrorwhich joined hands Local Urban Administration Bureau To promote Civilized tourism.
Blended Technology and Tourism Management
As part of the campaign, visitors who completed the “Civilized Tourism” challenge Free AI Portrait Session With the maze mirror.
In front of the booth, long lines of tourists waited patiently under the autumn sun – all eager to try this creative new way of taking photos at Westlake.
With Labyrinth Mirror, travelers can instantly create studio-quality portraits featuring famous Westlake scenes, festive National Day themes, or elegant Hanfu-style templates—all in less than two minutes.
No makeup, no professional photographer—just step up, take a shot, and receive four high-quality digital portraits and one printed photo in seconds.
“It’s incredible – I feel like I’ve just had a professional photo shoot,” said one excited visitor. “And that’s all!”
A smart solution for crowded natural areas
For years, Westlake has struggled Unauthorized commercial photography – Photographers occupying prime scenic spots, charging obscure prices, and disrupting the flow of visitors.
By introducing the labyrinth mirror, local authorities found an innovative solution.
Each Maze Mirror Booth:
- Works with Transparent pricing and uniform quality.
- Completes each session Less than two minutespreventing crowding.
- Presentation High quality portraits Without the need for professional setup.
This initiative has not only enhanced the experience of visitors Supported the government’s efforts to maintain order Within the world famous tourist destination.
“With the Labyrinth Mirror, we are combining technology with culture to encourage cultural tourism,” said a project representative. “It’s a small innovation with a huge social impact.”
From exhibitions to scenic spots
Labyrinth Mirror is no stranger to large-scale deployments. AI has appeared in major events such as photo booths Shenzhen Cultural Expofor , for , for , . Yangtze River Delta Cultural Festivaland Inner Mongolia Cultural Expodrawing massive crowds every time.
Now, the brand is expanding across the country, partnering with a number of natural destinations to create Customizable AI photo templates which reflect local heritage.
In the Bell Tower of Xi’an, for example, the labyrinth mirrors introduced Tang Dynasty-influenced templates that quickly became fan favorites.
At Xixi Wetland Park in Hangzhou, another labyrinth mirror installation was born ¥2,000 ($275) in daily income During the same holiday week – a testament to its strong commercial potential.
A win for tourists, parks and innovation
Labyrinth’s power of success is highlighted in Westlake AI-driving public engagement tools.
- For visitors: A fast, affordable and memorable experience.
- For natural areas: better management and visitor flow.
- For Labyrinth Mirror: A Meaningful Showcase of How AI Can Enhance Culture and Tourism.
From National Expos to Natural Landmarks, the Labyrinth Mirror continues the bridge Technology, Art, and Governancedefining what smart tourism looks like in the AI era.