Sacred Tree at Kyoto's World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Collapses at 450 Years Old
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A sacred tree estimated to be around 450 years old collapsed at the base within the Tadasu no Mori forest at Shimogamo Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Kyoto's Sakyō Ward. No injuries were reported, and the shrine has conducted purification rituals, planning to continue venerating the site as a 'sacred tree遗迹'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What caused the sacred tree at Shimogamo Shrine to fall?
- A: The shrine believes internal hollowing made the trunk unable to support the weight of its branches.
- Q: How old was the fallen sacred tree?
- A: Estimated at around 450 years, it was the oldest and largest tree in Tadasu no Mori.
- Q: What will happen to the fallen tree now?
- A: After clearing branches and purification rituals, it will be honored as a 'sacred tree site.'