Tree Of Life
Tree Of Life
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mrc282
World9,943 contributions
Feb 2025 • Solo
the only thing to see here is the tree. and you cant even get under the tree, probably bc too many sat or climb the branches and the tree is on the verge of collapsing.
there is a security officer plying around. the surroundings are filled with camps and food stands. it looks like a place for locals to come spend the weekend.
there is a security officer plying around. the surroundings are filled with camps and food stands. it looks like a place for locals to come spend the weekend.
Written February 10, 2025
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Birol Bali
Istanbul, Türkiye1,093 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The **Tree of Life** in Bahrain is a famous natural wonder, located in the desert about 10 kilometers from Askar. This 400-year-old mesquite tree thrives in harsh conditions without any visible water source, making it a symbol of resilience and mystery. Local legends and scientific curiosity surround its survival, with some attributing it to underground aquifers or its deep roots. The site is a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a unique glimpse into Bahrain's natural and cultural heritage.
Written December 9, 2024
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Adventure Diva
Manchester, CT2,780 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
When I was asked if I wanted to go into a hot desert to see a lone tree, I laughed. Then when it was explained to me how this natural beauty has survived hundreds of years of being in the desert, I was intrigued. For me, this live miracle represents strength and survival. Glad I went. Unfortunately the guard mentioned a tourist sat on one off the branches and the limb fell off. That was so unfortunate.
Written September 1, 2024
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MumsRating83
Brisbane Region, Australia173 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
A group of us decided to visit this sacred site on Easter Sunday. The area was very well kept and they had lots of information about the history of the tree, in an under cover area out of the hot sun.
Everyone was very respectful and quiet in the area and the day we visited there were only 10 other people there.
Everyone was very respectful and quiet in the area and the day we visited there were only 10 other people there.
Written April 5, 2024
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Sahar Ashraf
Pune, India21 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
This tree has stood strong for centuries, located on the outskirts of Bahrain city amidst the desert. Must visit if you are in Bahrain. Recommended to go by taxi. The location is decent. Many people also come here for picnics. Avoid the summer months of June to October.
Written November 16, 2024
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BTV2002
South Burlington, VT138 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
We rented a car and drove to the Tree of Life site. It's an easy drive and very much worth the visit. The tree is gorgeous and the location, history and story worth learning about. People pray at this site and it's very fascinating that it's in the middle of the desert. It's very hot and sunny and in the open so plan accordingly.
Written October 25, 2024
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Märt K
7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Tree of Life is alive again, my last trip there was in 2008 and without the intervention, it would probably be dead by now. Now there is 24/7 guard on duty to stop people burning the tree and it is worth visiting again. There is even a small museum for the tree done:) If you like to see a mystery tree growing in the middle of nowhere, that is the place to go. 1 big tree on top of the small hill with nothing else around it!
Written November 5, 2023
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Anand Sethi
Hong Kong, China200 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
In the middle of the desert, with no source of water, the Tree of Life a 441 years old tree which is a rare site and should be declared as one of the ondear of the modern world. The positive elements of his place attracts you deep i to the woods and the myth is donate some water and make a wish and if it comes true, come back again to thank the Tree of Life…. Must to do list when in Manama……
Written December 31, 2023
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Expat Adrian
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates938 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
Visiting the tree of life is more than just a trip to see a tree. This 400 year old wonder is the epitome of survival, in the most harshest of locations. Your journey there will take you through the Bahraini oil fields which are a site to see in itself. Perched throughout the branches of the Tree of Life are bird nests and life in an area of harsh Arabian desert.
Although the final part of the journey to the Tree of Life is on dirt (A few hundred meters), this can easily be achieved in a small car, we drove a Nissan Sunny.
Get out there and hug it….. we’ll worth the trip.
Although the final part of the journey to the Tree of Life is on dirt (A few hundred meters), this can easily be achieved in a small car, we drove a Nissan Sunny.
Get out there and hug it….. we’ll worth the trip.
Written March 21, 2022
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Timothy H
Estero, FL110 contributions
Jan 2020
We were visiting Bahrain for a day and not being big fans of City activities, we decided to hire a driver and head out to this tree that I had read about. I have to say that the drive out through the oil fields was not exactly scenic but the tree itself was amazing. Sitting surrounded by local "camps" on the top of a small hill it was still surviving after 400 years with no visible water source and it hadn't been cut for firewood either. The monument around the tree was also interesting with distances and directions to other notable trees around the world. Be advised though that there is really nothing else around the tree to combine with a visit to it. Bring your own food and water as well as there was not any around. For me though it was definitely worth the visit.
Written January 19, 2020
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renjith M
Saudi Arabia
Hi,I want to visit bahrain, next week with my family.which is the safest and standard hotel, less than 250aed rent with breakfast and free wifi
Written October 22, 2017
I would say the Mercure or Swissotel or Grand Ellite . All are next to the Seef Mall, but their prices might vary. We have the real estate exhibition from next week so the prices might go up slightly.
Written October 22, 2017
Nothing, I've been before, sounds like it's still a dump.
Written April 27, 2016
Hence my comments. I have not visited for sometime I think the beauty to me is the surrounding countryside. One can see the occasional camel which are herded in the area and the mountainous outcrop is a scenic backdrop. A good place to be 'out in the desert' for those bedouins amongst you!
Written April 28, 2016
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