The big banyan,on T Narsipur Rd. near Mysore,is worshiped by folks,who flock from nearby villages on auspicious days to offer prayers.Posted for ABC Wednesday.
The big banyan,on T Narsipur Rd. near Mysore,is worshiped by folks,who flock from nearby villages on auspicious days to offer prayers.
I saw one of these amazing trees not long ago up close and personal. Just truly amazing. Your photography is excellent.
ReplyDeleteI have read about them, seen pictures, but never the real thing! What an incredible, beautiful tree! Your photography is indeed superb! Thank you! Hope you have a great day!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
ABC Team
Wonderful shots.
ReplyDeleteI've seen them in the Yucatan and think they are just the most amazing type of tree. Gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos!
ReplyDeleteNathalie
ABC Wednesday Team
I can practicallly see WHY they worship them. ROG, ABC Wednesday team
ReplyDeleteFeel flattered at the responses. Those interested in banyan shots, and, are on Facebook,can look up 'Mysore Banyans'. http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Mysore-Banyans/172678592766
ReplyDeleteROG could find some info on tree worship in this blog post http://fortmysore.blogspot.com/2008/12/rakhi-for-trees-vriksha-bandhan.html
The grand old banyan stands straight and tall. Lovely picture and a beautiful spread of its branches!!
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