Baobab Tree, Pallimunai

The enormous, more than 1,500-year-old Baobab tree of Pallimunai, in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, is a representation of the tenacity of life. Originally from Africa and Madagascar, this unusual plant is also referred to as the “Ana Tree” (elephant tree). Many centuries ago, Arab traders brought the seed of this plant to Sri Lanka. The tree is a well-liked tourist attraction because of its enormous trunk, which can store water. Its long, sweeping branches stretch upward, and its hollow trunk has occasionally been used as a makeshift shelter. Pallimunai’s Baobab tree is a must-see spot for nature lovers and anybody interested in Sri Lanka’s distinctive biodiversity.