Millennial oak tree of Maksym Zaliznyak

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Millennial oak tree of Maksym Zaliznyak

Millennial oak tree of Maksym Zaliznyak, Natural monument oak tree in Cherkasy Oblast, Ukraine.

The oak tree reaches 30 meters in height with a trunk circumference of 9 meters, making it one of the largest trees in Europe.

Named after Maksym Zaliznyak, a leader of the 1768 Koliivshchyna rebellion, this tree has stood in the region for over 1100 years.

The oak tree received third place recognition in the National Tree of Ukraine competition of 2010, representing natural heritage preservation.

Located near Buda village at coordinates 49°06′34.9″N and 32°15′36.8″E, visitors can observe the tree from a designated platform seven meters away.

In the late 1950s, the tree was saved from decay through an experimental treatment using syrup and honey to attract bees.

Location: Cherkasy Oblast

Inception: 1972

GPS coordinates: 49.11056,32.26694

Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:24

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