Newton was sitting under an apple tree when an apple fell on his head. Newton was inspired to discover the law of universal gravitation. This is a story that children of all ages know. Almost everyone describes the process of Newton's discovery of the law of universal gravitation.

However, according to a report from Hong Kong's "Ta Kung Pao" on the 20th, according to a manuscript recently released by the Royal Society, the scene where Newton was hit by an apple seems to be a legend fabricated by later generations.

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The rumored apple tree

Woolsthorpe Manor, Newton’s childhood home, is located near Grantham, Lincolnshire. It was built in the 17th century century. In the future, with the erection of the wicker fence, visitors will no longer be able to sit under the tree as before. It is said that Newton discovered gravity while sitting under this apple tree in 1665.

"I'm a little disappointed that I can't sit under the apple tree like Newton," said tourist and history graduate student Chris Gurwieser. "But you can still look at it, look at this A 400-year-old apple tree. We should protect it for our next generation."

This apple tree is a rare species called the "Flower of Kent." The green fruits produced can be used as "cooking apples". It stands in the front garden of the estate and can be seen through Newton's bedroom window.

For more information, please refer to the story of Newton’s apple falling to the ground