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Stara Maslina

Tomba, Montenegro

One of the world's oldest olive trees, thought to be over 2,000 years old. 

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One of the world’s oldest olive trees is located near Stari Bar in Montenegro. “Stara Maslina” is said to be over 2,000 years old, and is a truly stunning sight. A side of the tree is unfortunately completely burnt out, due to a lightning strike.

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