All About The World's Largest Religious Building
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The Angkor Wat, a massive temple complex in Cambodia is the world's largest religious structure by land area.
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It is a 12th-century Khmer masterpiece, which started as a Hindu temple and later transitioned to Buddhist use.
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The complex spans over 162 hectares and is a UNESCO world heritage site.
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It is a prime example of classical Khmer architecture, featuring a vast moat, causeways, galleries, and five iconic lotus-bud-shaped towers.
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Its walls feature thousands of detailed bas-reliefs depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and several gods.
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The complex is unusually oriented toward West, with unique solar alignments at equinoxes.
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It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992, recognised for its outstanding universal value.
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Its silhouette appears on Cambodia's national flag, signifying its deep cultural importance.
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