Ficus Bengalensis !

Dated: 4thJanuary 2021.

We all are busy in our day to day routine especially in metro cities where the pace of life is such that we hardly stop and observe our environment.

A similar incident happened to me a couple of days back.

I usually take a stroll post lunch and on one such walks, I keenly observed the Banyan Tree near my office compound.

Now, I have seen the tree almost every day but hardly stopped and appreciated it.

It’s a wonder!

               


I asked our security about the tree and was surprised to know that it is atleast 50+ years (The tree was present before his supervisors too).

Imagine the memories the tree might have!

It felt so relaxing to just gaze at the tree and all its twigs, fruits, squirrels and all the habitats supported by the tree.

The swing, which is typical of a banyan tree, was a pleasure to watch. So many people might have enjoyed the swing J

The distinctive part of a Banyan tree is the roots which stem from the branch on a downward direction and give support to the tree. It becomes almost impossible to identify the original trunk which rose from the seed.

 It reminded me of the Woodland Realm pictured in the Lord of the rings Trilogy.


                 

There is a natural beauty in nature which is very soothing! The only ask is that we spare some time from our daily routine to observe and appreciate the environment we are amongst.

#naturelover #Banyantree #Trees #environment

 


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