Covered with stone, these reliefs are partially visible from the south. First is the world of form, ornamented by more than 1,000 illustrations of the life of Buddha as he journeyed toward enlightenment. The three circular terraces that follow introduce the visitor to the world of no form, which are unadorned by reliefs. As the pilgrim progresses, he or she reaches into the stupas to touch the hands or feet of the Buddhas for good luck. Finally, the traveler reaches the large, central stupa, which is symbolically empty.
Devotees circumambulate around the galleries and terraces chanting or meditating.
From beginning to end, the entire walk is some 5 kilometers long.