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With very short treads and very high risers, climbing to the central tower of Angkor Wat, a 70º slope, is not all that easy. Climbing back down is even harder.

Although originally dedicated to the Hindu God Vishnu, it was re-dedicated to the Buddha. And over these recent centuries monks have looked after the place - which is why it is in such relatively good shape.

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