In Namibia's rugged, arid landscape, tubular trees rise like silent sentinels of the desert. With their thick, jagged trunks and winding branches, they defy the heat and drought, their bark gleaming gold in the light of the setting sun.
Despite their name, tubular trees are not real trees, but a type of aloe. The indigenous San people used their hollow branches as quivers of arrows, which gave these iconic plants their name. During the day, they provide shade for animals that survive in the sparse vegetation, while at night they form a silhouette against a breathtaking starry sky.
This photo captures the mystical beauty of the quiver trees - a symbol of survival and tranquillity in the endless desert landscape.
I am Antwan Janssen, travel and nature photographer from Uden. During my many travels on this globe I try to capture all the beauty on photo. As you can see on this site my preference goes to landscapes, wildlife but also to the local population, mostly abroad.. Read more…