The Elephant Tree (Hyderabad)

India / Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad
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Elephant tree (Haatiyon ka Jaad). This banyan tree of African origin has its branches radiating out resembling the trunks of elepants. It is said to be more than 450 years old and is more than 25 meters in circumference across the trunk. The tree has two big "rooms" (natural hollow chambers)within its trunk. It is said that during old times, petty thieves were put inside these chambers inside the tree for days long as punishment. The chambers inside are tapering with pitch darkness inside and have very small opening on the "ceiling". This is now a protected monument within the "Naya Quila" of Golconda fort.
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Coordinates:   17°23'34"N   78°24'39"E

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  • Its true, there are 2 hollow pits in its trunk and it can accomodate 10-15 people each easily. I have visited this place and went inside one of those pits. Its amazing.
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