Surisan Provincial Park to Offer 'Companion Plant Healing Program' Throughout May

Gyeonggi Province's Surisan Provincial Park will operate a companion plant horticultural healing program throughout the month of May.

This program will be offered free of charge and will take place once a week, with participants able to register in advance or on-site on the day of the event.

Participants will have the opportunity to hear about the emotional and ecological value of companion plants from a professional forest interpreter, learn the correct method for mixing soil for potted plants, and enjoy hands-on experience by planting their own plants.

In addition to the companion plant program, a range of forest experience programs will also be offered, including 'singing bowl therapy' to promote peace of mind, a Korean medicinal foot bath program for relieving fatigue, and aromatherapy. To ensure a comfortable environment, the number of participants for each program will be limited to approximately 10 people per session.

Gyeonggi Provincial Government

Surisan is the third provincial park in Gyeonggi Province. Although it is adjacent to the city center, it boasts remarkable ridgelines and deep valleys. In particular, it is recognized as a habitat for rare plants such as the Byeonsan windflower, and serves as a hub for the forest ecosystem in the Seoul metropolitan area, home to a wide variety of species. Every spring, azaleas and wildflowers bloom in abundance, making it a popular healing destination for not only hikers but also families on outings.

Lee Taeseon, Head of the Garden Industry Division of Gyeonggi Province, stated, "We hope that forest experiences in the pristine nature of Surisan awaken the senses, help relieve daily stress, and offer an opportunity to appreciate the importance of nature."

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