The Tamme-Lauri oak is the thickest and oldest tree in Estonia. It was named after Laurits, the god of fire who is said to live inside the tree. The Tamme-Lauri oak is believed to be 700 years old, planted in the year 1326. Legend has it that the tree started growing from a carriage part that a Swedish king hit into the ground.
The tree has been hit by lightning many times over the centuries and has become hollow inside. Seven people can fit inside the trunk.
The Tamme-Lauri oak is located in Antsla Parish, Võru County.
