Forest Therapy

Can you hear the sound of a leaf? When did you last feel the pleasure of touching a tree for a long time? Do you think a path in the forest can lead to healthier living? Or let's ask: Do you know that it has been scientifically proven that forests are beneficial for both your physical and mental health Shinrin Yoku… Forest Bathing or Forest Therapy… Whatever you name it, you will perceive nature and the forest like never before. You will be purified from the harmful effects of modern life by returning to basics. NG Sapanca welcomes you to purify and benefit from all the values of life that Forest Therapy carried out with our expert guides. The history of "Forest Therapy" Due to the increase in the number of people depressed due to job stress in Japan, the Japanese Ministry of Health started scientific research in the 80s. These studies proved the positive effect of the substance called "phytoncide" secreted by trees on human health. As a result, the concept of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Therapy) came up for the first time in 1982. Following many years of research, the Japanese Ministry of Health included Shinrin-Yoku in the medical literature. In Forest Therapy, accompanied by a trained guide, there are steps such as walking silently in nature and feeling the sounds, smells, and colors. In short, you embrace nature while all senses open.