Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

The Bodhi fig tree in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka is the oldest tree on Earth with a known planting date. It was planted in 288 B.C. by an Indian Princess. The sapling was taken from the original tree where Buddha found enlightenment. This tree is honored every year on December's full moon.

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