Vast approach symbolizing journey from earth to heaven

Angkor Wat: west entrance gateway and the 820 foot long causeway, looking toward the temple. Subsidiary buildings just visible in the distance. The long approach is meant to convey the journey from earth to heaven in the temple precinct.

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Angkor Wat: west entrance gateway and the 820 foot long causeway, looking toward the temple. Subsidiary buildings just visible in the distance. The long approach is meant to convey the journey from earth to heaven in the temple precinct.