The oldest tree in Europe? Perhaps. Birthplace of Pontius Pilate? Maybe. Located alongside the Parrish Church, this now-protected Yew tree stands for viewing by the hundreds of curious travellers and pilgrims who make the journey to Fortingall. The Fortingall Yew is a much smaller specimen now due to "souvenir hunters" of years past, who stole pieces of this ancient wonder. This tree is now designated as a major heritage tree by Forestry Comission Scotland. My wife and I, along with some friends, stopped by Fortingall, one grey misty morning, while exploring Loch Tay. My wife had heard about the infamous Yew tree and convinced us all to see it. We found the tree quite easily and upon first view, we were all supprised at its small size, not knowing then, that it had been subjected to years of scavenging vandalism. It was an interesting, albeit brief foray in Fortingall. Good Journeys!