Some trees have become iconic due to their connection with history, science or culture. These trees spread worldwide and hold significant meaning and fascinating stories. Take a look:
In Gujarat, India's Bharuch district, there is a huge banyan tree situated on a tiny river island in the Narmada River. The location features a temple devoted to the mystic poet Kabir, who lived in the fifteenth century, and the tree is associated with him.
The apple tree at Woolsthorpe Manor is famous for inspiring Newton’s theory of gravity after an apple fell from its branches. Even though the original tree was destroyed in a storm in 1820, it recovered and is still standing today.
This tree in Eutin, Germany acts as a global public mailbox for lovers.
Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under this tree, making it a symbol of spiritual awakening in Buddhism.
The Ankerwycke Yew, England This yew tree is among the oldest living things in Europe, dating back more than 4,000 years.