A study from Cambridge University found that people in the UK have a greater sense of nostalgia for blue places, such as coastlines, lakes, and rivers, compared to green areas. The researchers used responses from 200 participants to develop a nostalgia map, demonstrating strong affection for coastal regions, particularly Cornwall and Devon. The findings suggest an emotional connection between blue environments and psychological well-being, attributed to their appealing visual properties. Urban spaces and coastal areas accounted for over a third of identified nostalgic places, while green environments played a lesser role.
Experts from Cambridge University conducted a study revealing that UK residents feel more nostalgic about blue places, such as coastlines and lakes, rather than green ones. Dr. Elisabeta Militaru noted that previous research often emphasized the nostalgic value of green environments, but their findings indicate a significant emotional connection to blue landscapes, contributing positively to psychological well-being.
The research highlighted that Cornwall and Devon, renowned for their coastlines, ranked highest in triggering nostalgia among UK residents. People identified seaside landscapes as particularly nostalgic, with these areas accounting for over a quarter of the locations reported by participants. The map created from the study showcases these coastal areas alongside other regions like North Yorkshire and the Scottish Highlands.
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