Age-old Indian-almond trees in Con Dao island

Con Dao island in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province is renowned for not only historical relic sites but also age-old Indian-almond trees which are recognised as Vietnam’s heritage trees.

Indian-almond trees on Ton Duc Thang street, Con Son town, Con Dao district (Photo: VNA)

Age-old Indian-almond trees are there to witness ups and downs of history in Phu Hai prison (Photo: VNA)

Indian-almond trees beautify streets on Con Dao island (Photo: VNA)

Indian-almond trees around Chua Dao temple, a popular tourist destination in Con Dao island (Photo: VNA)

53 Indian-almond trees are recognised as heritage trees (Photo: VNA)

Indian-almond trees beautify streets on Con Dao island (Photo: VNA)

79 age-old trees are recognised as heritage trees, including 53 Indian-almond trees (Photo: VNA)

Thousands of Indian-almond trees have been planted in Con Dao districts for hundreds of years. Their fruit is a well-known specialty in the district (Photo: VNA)

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