Story goes, in 1767 the Burmese attacked Ayatthuya, in Thailand, and as another act of disrespect, chopped all the heads off every Buddha. This one ended up in the roots of the bodhi tree. Just can't really believe that was a coincidence.
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1. Michael Zimmel via Ten Thousand Trees
2. Drew Hess via Ten Thousand Trees
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My four year-old son says, "Hey, I've never seen a tree with a face before."
no coincidence gorgeous!
LOVE these pictures (and the story).
What an incredible tale. What an impressive sight. Sometimes, you have to believe that all mystery has not leeched out of the world don't you?
This story is so intriguing. The way the roots grew around them....so enchanting. Wow!
That is incredible!
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