A Tree Grows into a Forest

Wonders the Beauty of Nature Culture Notes Tourist Attractions A Tree Grows into a Forest is a scenic spot located in Mangling Village, Jiele Township, Ruili City, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, on the China-Myanmar border. Here stands a large banyan tree over 30 meters tall, with dozens of roots standing on the ground. It takes nearly ten people to encircle the main trunk of the mother tree, presenting the spectacle of a single tree forming a forest. According to legend, this banyan tree is several hundred years old, with lush branches and leaves, evergreen throughout the seasons, and covers an area of more than 4 mu, making it a popular local attraction in Ruili City. From a distance, the A Tree Grows into a Forest Park on the left side of the road looks like a green forest, but upon closer inspection, it is actually just one banyan tree, located beside the National Highway 320 on the outskirts of Ruili City, as if it stands there waiting for visitors from afar. Therefore, the locals call it the Welcoming Banyan. The banyan tree, a member of the Moraceae family and native to the tropics, is known for its unique shape, lush foliage, and huge canopy. The aerial roots that grow from its branches extend downward into the soil to form new trunks, known as prop roots. The banyan can grow over 30 meters tall and spread indefinitely in all directions. Its prop roots and branches intertwine to resemble a dense jungle, hence the name 'A Tree Grows into a Forest.' This particular banyan tree has been favored by many film and television professionals, and over ten productions, including 'Frontier Fortress Beacon Fires,' 'Peacock Princess,' 'The Handcuffed Traveler,' 'Journey to the West,' and others, have been shot here. ⏳Visiting Time: Tickets are required for entry, with a price of 15 yuan. The visiting time ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour.