The Millennium Walnut King of Hotan

　　The Millennium Walnut King of Hotan is situated in Kalawuqi Village, Baghchi Town, Hotan County, approximately 15 kilometers from downtown Hotan. Historical research confirms that the tree is over 560 years old, dating back to the Yuan Dynasty, making it a true ancient giant. Having withstood centuries of wind and rain, the Walnut King still stands tall and majestic, with lush foliage and a robust, upright posture, presenting visitors with a sense of profound history and vibrant beauty. The tree occupies an area of one mu (approximately 0.067 hectares), standing 16.7 meters tall with a crown diameter of 20.6 meters. Its trunk has a circumference of 6.6 meters, and the canopy spans 21.5 meters from east to west and 10.7 meters from north to south. The overall shape of the tree resembles a rough “Y,” and its massive trunk is so wide that it would take more than five adults holding hands to encircle it.