2077) The "Fofoti Tree", Aruba: Stamps issued by Post NV Aruba depicting the trees which grow into incredible twisted shapes, bent in the direction of the wind: Date of Stamp issue: 14.10.2021:
Aruba is known for the unique Fofoti tree which features a twisted trunk bent at a 90-degree.
The Fofoti trees grow into incredible shapes similar to a bonsai, beautiful but rough and twisted by the coastal winds that are ever-present.
These trees have starred in various advertising campaigns as unique and highly recognizable features, and make for a favorite spot to stop and photograph this marvel of nature.
People often get the Divi Divi (Watapana) tree and Fofoti tree mistaken for one another because of their shape – Fofoti trees grow on the beach while the Divi Divi tree grows inland. Their trunks look similar due to their dramatic angles that they grow, making it easy to mix them up!
Interestingly, if one gets lost, one can find ones bearings by looking at the direction these trees point. The ever-present winds on Aruba have affected these tree’s growth, making all of the Fofoti trees point South-west.
There is an old saying that goes something like this - “Follow the bend of the trees and they’ll lead you to Town” . This is quite a helpful fact for finding one's way back home.
Eagle Beach is home to two of the most photographed and renowned fofoti trees in Aruba, with its trademark silhouette pointing in the direction of the Caribbean. These trees have been starring in various Aruba advertising campaigns as unique and highly recognizable features.
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Ashok Borate has commented:
ReplyDelete"Very nice information."
Thank you so much, Ashokji.
DeleteSantosh Khanna has commented:
ReplyDelete"Great post. Thanks for sharing this interesting information."
Thank you so much, Khanna sahab. I just came to know about this interesting tree and researched it's characteristics. 😊
DeleteLalit Roy has commented:
ReplyDelete"The beauty of Mother Nature. Lovely stamp. Thanks for sharing Rajeev."
Thank you so much, Lalit.
DeleteShishir Misra has commented:
ReplyDelete"Fofoti tree-thanks for sharing your research work. Really interesting. Best wishes and regards."
Thank you so much, sir.
DeleteRajan Trikha has commented:
ReplyDelete"Very Good".
Thank you so much, Trikha sahab.
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