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Ayaft Gorge - a habitat of frankincense trees

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Ayaft Gorge - a habitat of frankincense trees

Frankincense trees grow on mountain slopes of Ayaft Gorge that differs greatly from other Socotra’s places.

 

Frankincense Tree in Ayaft

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Admin   [ 20.09.2008 ]
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Frankincense Tree in Ayaft

Ayaft Gorge is the greenest place of Socotra. Its unique moisture-retaining microclimate is created by numerous springs and streams. It is the place where frankincense is harvested.

 

 
 

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