Mediating effect on landscape experience in scenic area: a case study in Gulangyu Island, Xiamen City

Research on Kulangsu (Gulangyu) Island, Xiamen City, reveals significant mediating effects of service provision—particularly catering and recreational facilities—on the relationship between visual and auditory landscape perceptions. Catering experiences notably mediate between sculpture appreciation and auditory comfort (13.87%), while recreational facilities influence natural scenery perception and auditory harmony (15.64%). These findings underscore the integrated nature of sensory and psychological experiences in landsenses ecology, offering critical insights for scenic area planning, design, and management to enhance visitor satisfaction.

Xiong, Y., Yang, L., Wang, X., & Liu, J. (2020). Mediating effect on landscape experience in scenic area: a case study in Gulangyu Island, Xiamen City. International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology, 27(3), 276–283. https://doi.org/10.1080/13504509.2020.1725919