As it is a very valuable plant in Sri Lanka, it should be taken care of and protected

The best place for visit al 800 year old tree in Srilanka. Also the touching and photo shooting are available there. The location is very near by the manner town. Visitors can see the people and culture in mannar.

Located on the northeastern tip of Mannar Island, approximately 1.2 kilometers away from the main town, the famed baobab tree stands at a height of 7.5 meters tall with a circumference of 19.5 meters. In Africa, where it is indigenous, baobab trees are known as upside-down trees because their branches look like roots.

Ancient tree planted by Arab traders. This tree is more than 700 years old.

Huge tree said to be about 700-800 years old. The tree was bought by the Arab merchants as food for their camels.

It is said that this tree was born by chance from a seed of imported goods centuries ago and, this be true or not, it’s a really impressing plant to admire. The trunk is huge, so are the branches and its bark is extremely interesting to touch and see. If you love plants, it’s a must!

It was a good experience to visit one of the biggest baobab trees. This tree is old for almost over 800years. These trees were planted by Arabs. The seeds from this tree is a favourite food for camels. The description is attached in the photos. Mannar Fort is also close to this place. Some of the donkeys also can be here.

The Baobab tree 🌳 possibly got over thro traders who landed at Talaimannar. Is right next to the Mannar Dutch fort, in Mannar old city area. Is really huge. Approx 900 years since and one of the oldest known public trees in the world 🌎. You feel life with it

This tree belongs to crop family of "Pompagasege". This is one of the trees with highest width in Sri Lanka and situated in Pallimune which is close to Mannar. This is older than 700 years and having a 21.1 m circumference and 10.5m in height. There's a similar tree in delft island, Jaffna.

Huge tree said to be about 700-800 years old. The tree was bought by the Arab merchants as food for their camels. The tree has a circumference of 21.1m and a height of 10.50m. There is another Boabab Tree in the Delft Island in Jaffna. The tree in Mannar is bigger that the one at Delft.

Baobab tree is located at Mannar town area. It's height is 10.5m and circumference is 21.1m. This plant is also called "Ali gaha" or "Elephant tree". Because bark of this tree is looks like skin of elephant. This baobab tree is more than 700 years old. This is the oldest baobab tree in Sri Lanka. People believed this tree has been brought to Sri Lanka by Arab sailors. Baobab tree is indigenous in Africa. In Africa these trees are known as "upside down tree". Because their branches looks like roots.

It is a ancient tree in mannar. Near fort.we went to see bio bab tree on 20th April 2015.

Tree with a huge body.one of the very few places to visit in mannar. So,have a look if you go to mannar. Other places- southbar beach,fort.have to travel a long way about 200km from medawachchi.road is good but sunlight is unbearable.PS: DONT USE MAPS from mannar to colombo.that shortcut road is closed. We had to travel extra 70 km back and day was wasted.you have to return to medawachchi to reach colombo.NO SHORTCUTS.REMEMBERRR !!!!!

This is the biggest known tree in Srilanka. This tree is 1.7 km away from the Mannar Bridge. Easy to access. Belief is that Arab merchants brought the baobab fruits from Africa as camel fodder and this tree was sprouted from one of these fruits

This is a must see place in mannar. This Baobab tree believes to be planted in 1277 by Arab traders for camel food. Arabs might have come across to sri lanka through Adam's bridge for trading. Diameter 21m and height with 10m.

An offbeat attraction, this ancient baobab tree was allegedly planted by Arab traders. It has a circumference of 20m and is believed to be over 700 years old. In Africa the baobab is sometimes called the upside-down tree (because its branches look like roots); locals in Mannar refer to it as the ali gaha (elephant tree) since its tough, gnarled bark resembles the skin of an elephant. It's 1.2km northeast of the town centre. If you are traveling mannar i suggest everyone should visit this place to look at this giant tree.. and we were lucky that we met an amazing person who told us the story behind this tree..I hope you too will get that chance if you visit this place.

Considered the oldest and largest Baobab tree in Sri Lanka. This is 700 years old.

This tree is located in Mannar Pallimunai. It's in the public eye. People keep it very clean as the tree is found in the Andi temple complex.All the tourists who visit Mannar will not return without going here.

Highly impressive. No idea though why the christians claim this tree in a buddhist/hinduist country, whose seeds were supposedly brought by muslims...

❤️Really loved coming here, connecting to and seeing this amazing tree, really trees are so incredible and it’s great to connect with such a beautiful piece of nature, the baobab tree is very interesting and especially to be in Sri Lanka, I enjoyed learning about them! It’s situated in a very nice area, calm, peaceful and beautiful to watch the sun go down there. The tree is huge and thick! Very cool to me 😁 🌳 The baobab tree is native to Africa, Australia and Madagascar. In dry climates, they are a symbol of life where little else can thrive, they aid nutrient recycling, keep soil conditions humid and their massive root systems help to slow down soil erosion, keeping the tree healthy and alive even in incredibly dry conditions, reports of the oldest one living to nearly 2500 years! The name baobab came from an Arabic name meaning “fruit with many seeds”- while the tree does produce a fruit, the leaves, bark and seeds is also said to be used for treating many diseases and can be used as a herbal remedy as well as making things like cloth and rope. 🐘 Elephants have a special connection to this tree, as well as eating the fruit and spreading its seeds, they know that the tree stores water and during times of drought or migration, they use the tree as a water source, the tree does get damaged from this and often regenerates. 🇱🇰 It is believed that Arabian traders planted around 40-60 of these trees around Sri Lanka, many of them in the north region, including mannar. A study in 2003, showed that this tree was found to be more than 700 years old! Is it one of around 40 surviving trees here in Sri Lanka! They are all protected because of the species rarity and history. ❤️

The Baobab tree near Mannar Dutch fort in the old city area of Mannar is a true marvel. Estimated to be around 900 years old, it stands as a living relic of history. Believed to have been brought by traders who landed at Talaimannar, this giant among trees has witnessed centuries of cultural exchange and resilience. Standing beneath its ancient branches, you can't help but feel a profound connection to the past. It's not just a tree; it's a bridge to bygone eras, reminding us of the rich tapestry of human history. This venerable baobab is one of the world's oldest known public trees, and its presence is a testament to the enduring interconnectedness of our global heritage. It's a must-visit, allowing you to be in awe of history's embrace and the living legacy it represents.

One of the oldest tree in Srilanka (arnd 800yrs)

In awe of history's embrace, we made our way to a venerable baobab tree, a living testament to the roots of a bygone era. Planted in Sri Lanka by Arabian merchants centuries ago, this majestic baobab stands as a symbol of cultural exchange and resilience. As we stood beneath its ancient branches, we couldn't help but marvel at the enduring legacy it carries, connecting us to a time long past and reminding us of the interconnectedness of our world.

If you are a nature lover visit this place. The tree stands alone on its own. Seems magnitude but ignored. The tree will love your visit but don't carve your name there.