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The upper terrace is home to the famous &quot;face towers&quot; of the Bayon, each of which supports two, three or (most commonly) four gigantic smiling faces. In addition to the mass of the central tower, smaller towers are located along the inner gallery (at the corners and entrances), and on chapels on the upper terrace. &quot;Wherever one wanders,&quot; writes Maurice Glaize, the faces of Lokesvara follow and dominate with their multiple presence.&quot;