The garden of serenity: the soothing scents of aromatic plants.

摘要

For thousands of years, the medicinal properties of herbs and aromatic plants have played a vital role in the history of humankind. Historical records indicate that the first scented gardens were planted over 2500 years ago within the enclosed courtyards of Persian palaces. These gardens were constructed primarily to provide a spiritual sanctuary. Persians were taught from an early age that it was mankind's duty to conserve and honor nature as part of the divine creation, and these sacred gardens were looked upon as a means of recreating and experiencing heaven on earth.