The historic Freetown cotton tree is fallen. I also captured a bit of freetown life in these shots.

Very powerful history, and a very old and enormous tree! It's pretty amazing to see it in person.

The site is historical, when slaves that were freed after fighting the American Independence war landed in Freetown, they gathered under the biggest tree they could find and gave thanks to God for their freedom. It has been standing since 1787, its arguably the oldest tree in the world. People still pray under the tree till date.

Iconic and you can usually orientate yourself around it if you're in the town centre of Freetown. It has a lot of history and is embedded into the story of Freetown (I recommend reading the 'founding Freetown' series on Medium if you want to know more). It really is something you need to see in Freetown! It's also so much bigger than you think it's going to be when you see it in person. Amazing that's it has survived this long.

This tree is the oldest cotton tree in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It is the national symbol. It is located near the law Court building and the National Museum. It also stands where four roads meet, Siaka Steven St., Walpole St., Pademba Rd., and state avenue drive. The tree has a lot of unique history. The highest currency carries the symbol of this cotton tree. Under this tree was first settled 400 formerly enslaved Black Britons, who arrived off the coast of Sierra Leone on 15 May 1787, accompanied by some English tradesmen. The freed slaves first prayed upon landing on the soil of Liberty and freedom, in other words to start their new lives as free people. The first church was built few metres away from it. Freetown city started around the cotton tree and later spread around.

This is the top touristic attraction in the center of Freetown! To be honest, it's an impressive and huge tree in the middle of a roundabout close to the governmental quarter but nothing else than a tree! Unfortunately they put a lot of big advertising posters around the tree! Nice to see but 2min are enough to shot some photos and continue your way!

(Translated by Google) Located in the center of Freetown in the middle of traffic chaos .. In the vicinity many government buildings. Worth a visit if you want to visit and see other things. Is the landmark of Freetown. Age of the tree can not be said exactly. Exist certainly since 1792. The probability that he is still older, but is very large. (Original) Liegt im Zentrum von Freetown mitten im Verkehrschaos.. In näherer Umgebung viele Regierungsgebäude. Einen Besuch wert wenn man noch andere Dinge besuchen und sehen will. Ist Wahrzeichen von Freetown. Alter des Baumes lässt sich nicht genau sagen. Existiert sicher seit 1792. Die Wahrscheinlichkeit das er nocht älter ist, ist aber sehr groß.

I read the news that the cotton tree, the national symbol, was destroyed in a storm. It's very sad. I look at the posted pictures and am overwhelmed by their greatness.

Rest in peace you beautiful landmark! Where did all the bats go now?

Some say it is only 500 years old and was there before the Freetown was. It is awesome such a magical tree placed in the town. If you see you will understand. The bats on some of the branches, the leaves. I was surprised to see such a humongous tree inside a metropolitan area. Can't explain how it survived the fire and hope it is true that it will recover, it is massively huge, I think I said that several times but can't find a way to frame it other wise. Worth to have a look. Looks of things going on around it. Close to National Museum and the Big Makit. The local people are amazing so don't worry to talk to them, no worries to be kind and nice.

this is a very historical place in downtown Freetown. The tree is a good meeting place as everyone can find it. It is near the State House, and government functions. You will find posters of upcoming events posted on the wall circling around the tree.

Big and beautifull tree, but there so many traffic around. Unfortunately last night (jan2020) it got a fire. I really hope this iconic place will survive.

It's a historical land mark and the center of town

Good to See

Lovely place

i mean its cool but it takes too much room

Freetown, a beautiful city with so much fun, and of course loving and caring people. Please don't hesitate to visit.

Land that we love mama Salone Unity Freedom Justice

The Symbol of Freedom!!!

This is Historical Monument for Serra Leone. I like it location. Remember it's been there for over 200 years ago.

Busy, crazy but it's home!

Beautiful

Beautiful

Beautiful Mama salone

Would be nice if they didn’t have all the posters around it Definitely a must stop in Sierra Leone

(Translated by Google) I find nothing special about a tree (500 years old) in the middle of downtown but is just a landmark of Freetown (Original) Ich finde nichts besonderes an einen Baum (500 Jahre alt) mitten in der Innenstadt aber ist eben ein Wahrzeichen von Freetown

The Cotton Tree is a symbol of Freetown which is the capital of Freetown. It reminds Sierra Leoneans about the slavery and post slavery era.

Freetown, City with freedom and Cool lifestyle

It's a sign that God is not happy about what happened in Freetown Sierra Leone and more are to come 🙏

I visited the Cotton Tree in 2019 and the when reading about the history behind the tree you can get a real sense of the journey the country has been on. Was saddened to hear it was damaged by a storm.

Hectic on weekday. Worth seeing.

The history of Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Very cool history, and very old and big tree! It's pottery awesome too see it in person.

Dees place berry yummy

The biggest tree in the country.

Great Tourist attraction and full of history

Freetown is a peaceful city

It is at the center of Freetown

Super fine

🌟⛈🔆

Very beautiful

A rich place in history. Tho, I do feel that it could be utilized better, i.e having guides and a place to stand, I think its a pity that this historic sign is being used as a round about, it's outrageous, this place should be a tourist hotspot and now it's just a round about, I would recommend that the area around the tree should be used properly.

The cotton tree is listed as one of the core tourist attractions and is said to be a historic symbol of Freetown, the capital city of Sierra Leone. I think there should be more attention on keeping this area clean and free from heavy pee and foul odor.

Historical image

Because it is the center of Freetown

Huge tree home to hundreds of bats in the center of Freetown.

A centrepoint. Just passed through

Cotton tree is a historical monument tree in middle of Town in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Crowded on weed days and with less traffic on weekends. Be careful with traffic while crossing the road to cotton tree

Long may it live.

(Translated by Google) Sierra leone. The symbol of the capital Freetown is Coton Tree. Musa Bangura's country ... (Original) Sierra Leone. Başkent Freetown'un simgesi Coton Tree (Pamuk Ağacı). Musa Bangura'nın ülkesi...

It's a tree...all else is steeped in history

Not much to see