Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Avenue Of The Baobabs

This is probably the most famous attraction in all of Madagascar. The extremely rare Grandidier's Baobab tree. It is sometimes called the upside down tree, because the limbs almost look like roots with leaves. There is nine different species of Baobab in the world. One in Africa, one in Australia and seven in Madagascar.

This is what we called the Siamese Baobab. It is sixteen feet across at the base.

The world famous Avenue of the Baobabs is the largest single concentration of this magnificent tree in Madagascar. It is a large tourist attraction.

The Avenue is lined with beautiful lavender flowers.
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2 comments:

mama bird said...

Wow! What a sight! Those are such great looking trees!

Ray and Donna Hamblin said...

THANKS for the great pictures!! What a sight -- beautiful trees and wonderful service. All this will make wonderful memories for you forever. We can tell you are doing a great work, and we feel your good spirit! Enjoy! Take Care! We send our love to both of you.