(Baonghean.vn) - In Dien Trang village, Thanh Phong commune, Thanh Chuong district (Nghe An province), there is an ancient banyan tree with a very unique dragon-like shape, attracting the attention of the people. This banyan tree is located within the grounds of the National Historical Monument – Nguyen Duy family church.
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| The Nguyen Duy family church (Hamlet 5) is where the late Secretary of the Nghe An Provincial Party Committee, Nguyen Tiem, carried out revolutionary activities during the years 1930-1931. Today, when visiting the Nguyen Duy family church, tourists can admire this unique banyan tree. |
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| According to the elders of the Nguyen Duy family, this banyan tree was planted by Mr. Nguyen Duy Dinh in the 19th century, making it nearly 150 years old today. |
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| The banyan tree has four trunks, stretching approximately 10 meters from the first to the last, forming archways at the entrance to the historical site. |
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| The banyan tree, like a dragon, twists and turns majestically in front of the historical site.The banyan tree was also a familiar playground for the children in the village. |
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| A close-up view of the arched trunk section of the "dragon banyan tree". |
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| Located in a special place, the ancient banyan tree with its unique shape contributes to making the National Historical Monument - the Nguyen Duy family church - even more ancient and majestic. |
Huy Thu
