Yggdrasil - Thale, Germany
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N 51° 44.692 E 011° 01.847
32U E 640199 N 5734612
A carving depicting the World Tree of Norse mythology
Waymark Code: WMPXTE
Location: Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany
Date Posted: 11/06/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Jake39
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The Friedenspark (Peace Park) in downtown Thale, Germany displays a number of sculptures related to Norse and Germanic mythology.

This carving by Mike Richter is an artistic depiction of Yggdrasil, the World Tree.

In Norse mythology, this giant tree connects the nine worlds of Norse legends.

The carving shows the tree, an eagle, a squirrel and Níðhöggr, a dragon, which in Norse mythology lives among the roots of the world tree.

Type of wood carving: Chainsaw, grinder, chisel & carving tools

Artist's Name: Mike Richter

Approximate size/height: 10 ft

Other type: Not listed

Type of wood: Not listed
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