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achieve this project, Cultival also turned
to its longstanding partner, Musée de
l’Armée – Hôtel National des Invalides.
Designed by Moment Factory and
produced by Cultival, in partnership with
Musée de l’Armée, the AURA Invalides
experience is the result of a long process
of research and collaboration, undertaken
by passionate teams specialising in
heritage enhancement and the digital
arts. Moment Factory’s multi-disciplinary
and global talent worked for more than
two years to create a multimedia and
immersive experience that offers a perfect
complement to the majestic scale of Dôme
des Invalides.

AURA Invalides, a monumental and
dazzling experience
As night falls, Dôme des Invalides
comes alive with the combined magic
of light, orchestral music, and video-
mapping, revealing its stately beauty and
rich heritage. Over a 50-minute span,
visitors are invited to partake in a sensory
night-time exploration. Guided by light,
they wander through Dôme des Invalides
and its six chapels, where the previously
unseen gradually comes into view.
As visitors pursue their exploration,
they become attuned to their surroundings
and the marvellous aura on display. The
immersive AURA experience consists
of three acts, each portraying a distinct
facet of this particular landmark: its
construction, the memories it harbours,
and its power to inspire one and all.
AURA Invalides is designed to
stimulate the imagination of audiences of
all ages. As a result, visitors are swept away
by moments of pure wonder, fostering

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