An autumn forest for the colorblind

A colorful autumn forest is a magnificent sight. However, those who are colorblind are unable to enjoy this play of colors. The Department of Tourism Development in the U.S. state of Tennessee is now offering a solution: special lenses in panoramic telescopes that partially compensate for colorblindness.

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Tennessee is one of the US states that attracts many visitors in autumn because of its colorful forests. These fall foliage trips are a multi-million dollar business for the tourism industry in the USA. Not only in Tennessee, which is not the only state where this natural spectacle takes place. So how do you create a USP? With a good idea. In the case of Tennessee's panoramic telescopes, which make the magnificent autumn colors accessible to people with color blindness thanks to special lenses. A clever way to win new "customers" - but also a heart-warming and useful one. (nod)

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