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Bargad Baba Tree
Bargad (Banyan)Sacred Grove500+ years

Bargad Baba Tree

Kurukshetra, Haryana

Botanical Name
Ficus benghalensis
Height
30m
Trunk Girth
12m
Carbon Absorption
35 tonnes/year

Origin Story & Spiritual Lore

This colossal Banyan tree is part of an ancient devrai (sacred grove) near Kurukshetra. According to tradition, it marks the spot where the Bhagavad Gita was first recited. The tree's aerial roots form a sprawling natural canopy.

Recorded Oral History
Archived by Kesu Foundation Field Team • 3:42 Audio Narrative

Historical Citations & References

  • Kurukshetra Development Board
  • Haryana State Archives
Official Heritage Fact Sheet

Authoritative Ground Survey Index

Tree Name: Bargad Baba Tree (ਬਰਗਡ਼ ਬਾਬਾ)
Botanical Species: Ficus benghalensis
GPS Coordinates: 29.9679° N, 76.8777° E
Estimated Age: 500+ years
Location: Kurukshetra, Haryana
Conservation Status: Protected — Haryana Forest Department

Citation Source: Kesu Environment Foundation (NGO) Ground Survey Registry & SGPC Heritage Register.

Documentary & Video Field Lore

Watch ground footage & oral narratives (FACEBOOK Video)

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Visitor Information

Pilgrimage & Visit Guide

How to ReachLocated at Jyotisar, District Kurukshetra. Easily accessible by road from state highway.
Best Season to VisitOctober to March (pleasant weather, full green canopy & seasonal flowering).
Visitor EtiquettePlease maintain sanctity near religious sites. Remove shoes before entering sacred enclosures and do not break branches or leaves.
GPS: 29.968°, 76.878°Open in Google Maps
Conservation Science

Ecological Health & Microclimate

Canopy Integrity96% (Vibrant)
Trunk Girth & Structural HealthExcellent
Soil Bio-Diversity & MicrobesRich Organic
Invasive Species Threat (Vilayati Kikar)0% (Cleared)
Annual Oxygen Produced
~120 kg/year
Avian Species Sheltered
24+ Species
Protected by Kesu FoundationVerified Field Audit 2024

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Archived Visitor Memories (2)

Harpreet Singh (via Facebook)
Harpreet Singh (via Facebook)• Sultanpur Lodhi
Jul 12, 2026

Our grandfather used to tell us stories about sitting under the shade of this tree during morning prayers. A true sacred treasure of our heritage.

Simranjit Kaur (via Facebook)
Simranjit Kaur (via Facebook)• Amritsar
Jun 28, 2026

Visited last winter with family. The tranquility around the canopy is surreal.