"Research shows that greenspaces have a wide-ranging impact on our physical, mental and spiritual well-being," says Tandon and School of Global Public Health researcher Rumi Chunara, the author of a recent study on greenspaces in Karachi, Pakistan, where urban vegetation is crucial to mitigate the effects of climate change. "On a daily basis, greenspaces foster social engagement, promote physical activity, improve the environment and provide us a reminder of the natural world."
Thankfully, the Big Apple has no shortage of them. To help you find inspiration on those long, hot, still August afternoons (or to give you a head start on planning some fall foliage excursions!), NYU News scoped out a bunch of refreshingly lush and peaceful spots that are accessible from campus without a car.
We used Google Maps directions for Saturday morning departures from Bobst library to estimate the travel times listed below. Be sure to double check routes and schedules (paying special attention to seasonal changes and closures) when planning trips from your location. Happy adventuring!
