The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the "living Buddha", its branches propped up by gold-plated iron supports. The tree is guarded around the ...

The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the “living Buddha”, its branches propped up by gold-plated iron supports. The tree is guarded around ...

The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the “living Buddha”, its branches propped up by gold-plated iron supports. The tree is guarded around ...

The tree, botanical name ficus religiosa, is worshipped daily by thousands as a symbol of the "living Buddha", its branches propped up by gold-plated iron supports. The tree is guarded around the ...

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Sri Lanka's sacred Buddhist tree on Sunday before wrapping up a state visit during which he secured defence and energy deals. Modi offered flowers ...

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Sri Lanka's sacred Buddhist tree on Sunday before wrapping up a state visit during which he secured defence and energy deals. Modi offered ...