Abstract
ABSTRACT The presence of urban blue space is highly important for human health and wellbeing even more so within densely built-up environments and the semi-arid climatic conditions in Malta. Drawing on qualitative in-depth interviews this study explores the subjective value of the Triton water fountain at the entrance of the capital city Valletta, and its relationship with health and wellbeing. It explores the Maltese inhabitants’ perceptions and experiences of the fountain and square before restoration, the attributes that make the fountain and the square therapeutic following restoration; and the nostalgic memories that connect the past and present experiences of the place. This paper maintains that restoration and conservation are highly important for the therapeutic experiences of urban environments as they enable people to enjoy aesthetic attributes, reduce their feelings of inequality, and increase the possible experiences of biophilia, topophilia, a sense of identity, a sense of place and pride.
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