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Arbol del Tule is a massive Montezuma cypress tree located in the town of Santa María del Tule in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. The tree is believed to be between 1,200 and 3,000 years old, and it has a trunk circumference of over 130 feet, making it one of the largest trees in the world. The tree's height is around 140 feet, and it has an estimated weight of 636 metric tons. The tree's impressive size and age have made it a significant cultural and spiritual landmark for the local Zapotec people, who have long considered it a sacred tree. The Arbol del Tule is a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can see it at any time of the year. There is also a small park surrounding the tree with food vendors and souvenir shops.