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Widely known and revered in southeast Asia as the “king of fruits”, the durian is distinctive for its large size, unique odour, and formidable thorn-covered husk.

The edible flesh emits a distinctive odour, strong and penetrating even when the husk is intact. Some people regard the durian as fragrant; others find the aroma overpowering and offensive. The smell evokes reactions from deep appreciation to intense disgust. The odour has led to the fruit’s banishment from certain hotels and public transportation in southeast Asia.

5 Responses

1. Dwacon says:

   June 28, 2009 at 12:42 pm

   If I can hold my nose… I will take the delicious tasty Durian…
2. v1olet says:

   June 28, 2009 at 10:29 pm

   I love durians … the king of fruit.
   It smells like heaven, and tastes like heaven too …
   Yummy and creamy.
3. Ragnarok Guide says:

   June 28, 2009 at 11:36 pm

   I do not dare to eat Durian because of the stingy smell, but my friends just loves it
4. alexa says:

   June 29, 2009 at 10:02 am

   nice shot, I’d never see its tree before
5. juliet says:

   June 30, 2009 at 9:22 pm

   i love durian and it smells really good.