According to a Forbes report, this massive banyan tree has a canopy that spans an impressive 19,107 square meters, making it the largest tree in the world in terms of area covered.

This is one of the most beautiful banyan trees found in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The tree's age is above 550 years and is considered one of the oldest banyans found on earth.

AP Photo/Rick Bowmer There is a silver lining emerging from the destruction left by the devastating Maui wildfires: a historic banyan tree, a landmark in Lahaina with a 150-year history ...

Banyan trees are of highly significant importance in Hindu mythology. Indian culture considers banyan trees one of the most sacred objects as they signify the highest levels of spiritual values.