The Big Banyan Tree at Avalahalli

Bengaluru’s Big Banyan Tree, or Dodda Alada Mara. Pic: Vivek M

After the construction of the new airport, Bangalore is fiercely expanding towards the north consuming more and more rural areas like these. This big banyan, located in Avalahalli just off the Doddaballapur Road, is now in the company of many apartment complexes and even an international school.

It remains to be seen what happens to it in the next couple of years.

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  1. Jeydev R says:

    Where is this located? Any landmarks will help. Thanks.

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