Exploring perceived restoration, landscape perception, and place attachment in historical districts: insights from diverse visitors

ABSTRACT: Improving the quality of the built environment to enhance people’s mental health is gaining traction across various fields, precipitating valuable actions on the wave of “Healthy China 2030” initiative. While ample studies have confirmed the benefits of interaction with natural or green spaces, the investigation into the restorative potential in urban built settings remains notably underexplored. In this study, we focused on historical districts, conducting a questionnaire survey to evaluate the restorative experiences of individuals visiting these sites. We used Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) to analyze a conceptual model that encompasses landscape perception, place attachment, and perceived restoration, with a specific focus on detecting the mediating role o

SUBMITTER: Li J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10433909 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature