Big Banyan Tree ( Dod Aladamara )

India / Karnataka / Dasarahalli / Dodd Aladmara Road {connecting Magadi Rd.& Mysore Rd.
 tree, public garden

This is a 500 yrs old Banyan tree. Dodda alada mara, Doddalada mara. यह बरगद का पैड़ बहुत बड़ा है ----0000 मंगल सैणचा व कानाराम जी परिहार
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Coordinates:   12°54'34"N   77°23'44"E

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  • A weekend getaway not far from the City? The famous big banyan tree at Ramohalli, which is a stone’s throw away from Bangalore could be the ideal spot to unwind, away from the City’s hustle and bustle. A mere 25 kms from the City, you can reach the spot either from Kumbalgod on Mysore Road or from Chennenahalli on Magadi Road. As you near the place, the wide canopy of the tree comes into view. There are a few shops, hotels including Hotel Mayura belonging to the KSTDC that come to view as one drives into the place. This banyan tree (Ficus Benghalensis), is a 400-year-old tree that seems to have reached the end of its life span. After the world’s biggest banyan tree at Thimmamma Marimanu near Gooty in Andhra Pradesh, the banyan tree at Botanical Gardens of Kolkata and Adyar tree at Chennai, this is the fourth largest banyan tree in India. As is typical to this species, the main tree has over the years spread out widely with several aerial roots or prop roots. With thousands of such roots spread out, the tree covers an area of three acres. The entire tree is fenced and one can walk alongside the labyrinth of roots, which create a cool, shady environment. It is believed that the tree is symbolic of the trinity with the roots representing Brahma, the stems and the bark representing Vishnu and the branches symbolising Maheshwara. There is also a Shiva temple in the enclosure. The big banyan tree has been a popular jaunt for quite some time and is a favourite site for several film shootings. However it is pathetic to note that almost every branch and trunk of the tree has been etched with graffiti by vandals. The ageing of the tree has also necessitated some support to the branches and people are advised not to get too close to them. Nearby is the picturesque Manchanabele reservoir surrounded by hills which can also be visited on the way to Magadi Road. Ramohalli is a quick getaway from the City and can be covered as a day trip. TRAVEL TIPS How to reach: Drive on Mysore Road beyond Kengeri, take a deviation to the right at Kumbalagod junction and proceed for seven kms. If approaching from Magadi Road, turn left at a spot with a clear indication between Tavarekere and Chennenahalli, and continue for about six kms. Many buses reach the place from the City. Food and water: Available Suggestion: Watch out for monkeys and take care to leave the place clean.
  • I THINK IT IS NOT BIG BANIAN / BANYAN TREE OF THE WORLD. MORE BIGEST BANYAN TREE LOCATED IN DISTRICT : JHENAIDAH. THANA:KALIGONJ, VILLAGE: MOLLIKPUR. BANGLADESH. THAT THE SINGLE PLANT COVERES 4.5 ACRES AND IT IS ONE THE LARGEST OF ITS KIND.IT IS SAID TO BE AT LEAST 430-440 YEARS OLD. PLEASE CHECK IT HISTORIC BANYAN TREE ALSO PLEASE EDIT THE PAGE. FOR INQUERY AND RIGHT INFORMATION.PLEASE NOCK TO INFORMATION MINISTRY OF BANGLADESH:0088-02-7166229; 7166230; 7165468 AGRICULTURE MINISTRY OF BANGLADESH:0088-02-7169277; 7162240;7160778.
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  • Beware of not only monkeys, but also mosquitoes and You should keep on moving.
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  • i visited this place recently...its nice weekend get away. Is right after Rajarajeshwari dental college, mysore road, take a right turn immediately after the dental college. There is a small sign board which says at this turn - To Dodda alamra. The big banyan tree is about 6 kms down on this road. Its a pretty drive- the roads are good and u will get to see lot of plant nursery on the way. Its very cool and shady. Beware of monkeys though in the park. The park closes at 6 pm so plan accordingly. Its neatly maintained only. Manchanbelle dam is about 3 km further from this place. Go further from the park and at a circle take a left. its a small winding road- you will see Manchanbelle Jaladhara- some water tank like structure with a big dish antenna (gated entrance). Go further about 2 kms on this narrow road - it goes downhill and suddenly u will see the breathtaking view of the Manchanbelle Lake with Savandurga mountains in the backdrop
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