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A solitary willow tree rising from the bottom of Lake Wanaka (New Zealand) attracts the attention of tourists visiting the South Island. (Photo: Martin Valigursky, Alamy)
The ancient Boab Prison Tree in Derby, Australia, is notable for its large, hollow trunk shaped like a vase. Legend says this tree was once used as a prison cell. (Photo: Diane Cook and Len Jenshel)
What might look like a single aspen forest is actually a unique ecosystem. Over 47,000 aspen trees share a single root system, forming a unified whole. This distinctive "forest" is located in Fish Lake National Forest (Utah, USA). (Photos: Diane Cook, Len Jenshel)
The Kalaloch Tree Cave, a giant tree, hangs precariously in mid-air. The soil covering its roots has been severely eroded, exposing the entire root system. This unique sight is located in Washington's Olympic National Park (USA). (Photo: Martin Valigursky, Alamy)
Ta Prohm temple in Cambodia is famous not only for its unique architecture but also for its harmonious integration with nature. Ancient trees covering the temples create a majestic yet mysterious and spiritual atmosphere. (Photo: Robert Clark)
More than just an old apple tree, this tree is believed to be where Isaac Newton rested his head and where he discovered his theory of gravity. Visitors can admire the apple tree and Isaac Newton's house in Lincolnshire, England. (Photo: Paolo Woods)
The ancient oak tree in the village of Allouville-Bellefosse (Normandy, France) has guarded this holy land for nearly 1,000 years. Today, the trunk of the ancient tree has been hollowed out to build the church – the site of the annual August pilgrimage. (Photo: Herve Lenain)
Standing majestically in the heart of Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, this giant cotton tree has witnessed the founding and development of this West African city. (Photo: Aurelie Mariner D'Unienville)
Visitors to John Island (Charleston, USA) will have the opportunity to admire the ancient Angel Oak, with its canopy spanning 1,597 square meters. Its branches extend to form a natural playground for children visiting the area. (Photo: Glenn Nagel)
The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens (Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka) is believed to be a branch of the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree (Buddha Gaya, India), where the Buddha attained enlightenment. (Photo: Manfred Thurig)
The dwarf cypress forest in Verzy (France) has interwoven canopies that block out sunlight. This has inspired novelists to weave fairy tales about gloomy, nightmarish forests. (Photo: Hemis)
The Drago Milenario tree in Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain), with its tall, shady trunk and blood-red sap, has been a highlight in local folklore for the past 800 years. (Photo: Martin Sasse)
The solitary tree surrounded by a series of moss-covered gravestones is a popular stop for visitors to the ancient St. Pancras Cathedral (London, England). This unique landscape was created by the renowned novelist Thomas Hardy when he was a young railway worker. (Photo: Alex Serge)
The olive tree in Vouves (Crete) is up to 2,000 years old, making it one of the oldest in the world. Its roots have provided olives for countless generations of people on this Mediterranean island and it is revered as a historical "witness." (Photo: Deadlyphoto.com)
The Bridegroom oak tree in Eutin, Germany, is known as a love letter box for countless couples around the world. The tradition of leaving letters in this tree hollow dates back to the 17th century. (Photo: Reinhold Eckert)
The vibrant purple and pink wisteria blossoms are a signature sight of Ashikaga Park in the Kanto region of Japan. The ancient tree, which began growing during the Meiji era, has, over the years, spread its branches to create a breathtaking display of colorful flowers that captivates visitors.
Boasting a canopy wider than any other tree in the world, the Thimmamma Marrimanu fig tree in Andhra Pradesh (India) is up to 500 years old. It's a popular destination for those who enjoy exploring the Indian countryside. (Photo: Tim Gainey)
A redwood tree, over 24 meters tall, stands majestically amidst the concrete and steel of Seattle, USA. Its base serves as a resting place for tourists and locals alike while shopping in the city's busiest district.
Located in a border village in Brazil, Maior Cajueiro Do Mundo is the world's largest cashew tree. Its canopy spreads far, covering an area roughly the size of a football field. It is estimated that the tree can yield up to 80,000 cashew nuts each season. (Photo: Deigo Grandi)
You might not know this
Shinrin-yokuThis is a Japanese term referring to spending time surrounded by plants and immersing oneself in the greenery. This not only brings a sense of peace and happiness but is also beneficial to health.
Besides their crucial role in the ecosystem, trees have always held special spiritual values, such as being worshipped by humans or becoming "witnesses" to history...
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- Source: National Geographic
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