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Spanning nearly an acre in Lahaina’s Courthouse Square, this majestic banyan tree is one of the largest in the United States. Planted in 1873 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first American Protestant mission in Lahaina, its aerial roots and sprawling canopy create a mesmerizing natural cathedral. A symbol of resilience, history, and beauty, the Lahaina Banyan Tree remains a treasured gathering place and a living witness to Hawaii’s past.