Horea's Sessile, Historic monument in Țebea, Romania.
Horea's Sessile is an ancient oak tree near Țebea that is supported with steel rings and cement reinforcements. The tree stands around 9 meters tall and has a trunk circumference of roughly 9 meters.
The tree became a symbol of resistance in 1784 when leader Horea gathered peasants there to rise up against oppression. This uprising was one of the largest peasant revolts in the region during that era.
The site carries the name of leader Horea, who gathered peasants here to resist oppression. Visitors see it as a place where common people stood against those in power.
The site can be explored on foot and features informational signs that explain its history and preservation efforts. The best time to visit is during good weather so you can take in the surroundings fully.
After a storm in 2005 damaged the tree, craftsmen carved the Cross of Horea from a fallen branch and now display it under glass. This hand-carved cross serves as a reminder of how the tree endured through centuries.
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