Treaty Tree, Historical milkwood tree in Woodstock, South Africa
The Treaty Tree grows 500 years old with thick gnarled branches and a wide canopy spreading over Treaty Road in Cape Town's industrial district.
British and Dutch forces gathered at this location in 1806 to sign the terms of surrender, transferring control of the Cape Colony to Britain.
The tree served multiple functions through centuries, from a gathering point for indigenous Khoikhoi people to a central marker for colonial trade activities.
Visitors reach the tree by following Treaty Road south of the railway line, where the ancient milkwood stands among industrial buildings.
This white milkwood tree witnessed the 1510 battle between Portuguese sailors and Khoikhoi warriors at Cape Town's original beachfront location.
GPS coordinates: -33.92626,18.45130
Latest update: March 19, 2025 11:37
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