World’s oldest olive tree

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World’s oldest olive tree.

Estimated by the scientists from the University of Crete to be between 3,500 and 4,000 years old, the Olive Tree of Vouves is 15 feet thick at the base. The ancient olive tree is visited by approximately 20,000 people every year. It is located in the village Ano Vouves, Crete and still bears delicious prized Olives.