Sacred Tree for Indigenous People of Melbourne, AU

As part of my Christmas day, I visited the Sacred Tree and Indigenous People's Reserve in Albert Park, which happens to be across from where I'm staying in Melbourne, AU.

The tree is a central element of an Indigenous People's area in Albert Park. It was first marked by the City in 1952.

Now it consists of a group of paths with additional markers for native plants and seating areas where ceremonies are held.

Here is the detailed marker that explains the history of the sacred gum tree that is believed to be between 300-500 years old.

It's wonderful that the tree was saved from development, but the roadway does come very close to the base of the tree.

Here's a full shot of the Ngargee tree.

 We'll be lucky to have even a much smaller area to mark the history of the Anacostan Natives of DC!