Recreation (noun)

1. An activity that one engages in for enjoyment or leisure.
2. The act of creating or producing something again.
3. The restoration of something to a former state.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "renewal, refreshment"): from latin recreatio(n-), from recreare "refresh".

Examples:

1. Hiking is one of his favorite forms of recreation.
2. The recreation of the painting was a meticulous process.
3. The recreation center provides a variety of activities for people to enjoy.
4. The recreation of the ancient temple took several years to complete.
5. The park is a popular spot for recreation, with picnic areas and walking trails.