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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:mountain
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gptkbp:accessibility
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via Arusha
accessible from Arusha National Park
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gptkbp:area
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gptkb:Mount_Meru_National_Park
1,500 square kilometers
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gptkbp:campground
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multiple along the route
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gptkbp:climate
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tropical highland
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gptkbp:climate_impact
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global warming impacts
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gptkbp:climbing_ability
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gptkb:Western_Breach
June to October
available online
dry season
international climbers
3 to 5 days
required for ascent
many international climbers
recommended for experienced climbers
technical sections
altitude sickness possible
recommended equipment
various guided tours
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gptkbp:community_involvement
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local initiatives
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gptkbp:conservation
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gptkb:protected_area
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gptkbp:coordinates
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3°10′ S 36°42′ E
-3.1881
36.7502
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gptkbp:cultural_events
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local festivals
local festivals celebrated nearby
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gptkbp:cultural_heritage
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local traditions
home to indigenous communities
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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gptkb:mountain
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gptkbp:depicted_in
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various ancient texts
a cosmic mountain
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gptkbp:difficulty
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challenging
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gptkbp:ecosystem
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varied zones from montane to alpine
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gptkbp:element
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Hindu mythology and cosmology
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gptkbp:elevation
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1,500 meters
4566 meters
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gptkbp:environmental_concerns
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part of conservation efforts
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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tourism effects
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gptkbp:fauna
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various species of birds
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gptkbp:first_ascent
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1904
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gptkbp:flora
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mountain forest
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gptkbp:geological_features
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Pleistocene
volcanic
basalt
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gptkbp:geological_formation
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gptkb:caldera
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gptkbp:historical_explorers
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gptkb:Walter_Bonatti
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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important for local tribes
exploration history
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Mount Meru
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gptkbp:is_a_center_for
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the universe
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gptkbp:is_a_central_figure_in
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the story of creation
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gptkbp:is_a_focal_point_for
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gptkb:cosmology
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gptkbp:is_a_key_component_of
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Tantric practices
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gptkbp:is_a_meeting_point_for
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heaven and earth
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gptkbp:is_a_sacred_site_for
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gptkb:Buddhism
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gptkbp:is_a_source_of
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spiritual power
the sacred rivers
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gptkbp:is_a_subject_of_pilgrimage_for
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gptkb:devotees
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gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of
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the ultimate reality
spiritual enlightenment
the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds
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gptkbp:is_associated_with
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gptkb:axis_mundi
gptkb:mythology
gptkb:the_churning_of_the_ocean
spiritual ascent
sacred geography
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gptkbp:is_associated_with_the_deity
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gptkb:Vishnu
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gptkbp:is_believed_to_be_the_axis_mundi_of
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the cosmos
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gptkbp:is_believed_to_be_the_location_of
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the celestial city of Amaravati
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gptkbp:is_believed_to_be_the_residence_of
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gptkb:Brahma
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gptkbp:is_believed_to_be_the_site_of
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the cosmic dance of Shiva
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gptkbp:is_considered_to_be_the_home_of
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gptkb:Mount_Kailash
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gptkbp:is_described_as
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the Puranas
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gptkbp:is_described_as_having
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golden peaks
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gptkbp:is_featured_in
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Hindu cosmological diagrams
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gptkbp:is_mentioned_in
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gptkb:the_Rigveda
gptkb:the_Mahabharata
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gptkbp:is_often_associated_with
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the concept of dharma
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gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as
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gptkb:manuscripts
Hindu temple architecture
mandalas
a celestial garden
a divine tree
a place of divine assembly
a pyramid-shaped mountain
infinitely tall
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gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in
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gptkb:philosophy
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gptkbp:is_referenced_in
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gptkb:Sumeru
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gptkbp:is_said_to_be_the_origin_of
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the sacred syllable Om.
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gptkbp:is_studied_in
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comparative mythology
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gptkbp:is_surrounded_by
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the four cardinal directions
four continents
the oceans of milk
the seven rings of mountains
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gptkbp:is_the_abode_of
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the gods
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gptkbp:land_use
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gptkb:National_Park
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gptkbp:landforms
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stratovolcano
volcanic cone
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gptkbp:last_eruption
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about 1000 years ago
about 8,000 years ago
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gptkbp:local_cuisine
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available in nearby towns
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gptkbp:local_economy
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tourism revenue
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gptkbp:local_legends
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mythical significance
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gptkbp:local_tribes
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Wazaramo
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Tanzania
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gptkbp:main_theme
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Hindu rituals
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gptkbp:natural_resources
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biodiversity
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gptkbp:nearby_attractions
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gptkb:Mount_Kilimanjaro
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gptkbp:nearest_city
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Arusha
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gptkbp:notable_feature
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gptkb:Ash_Cone
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gptkbp:parks
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gptkb:Arusha_National_Park
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:Eastern_Arc_Mountains
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gptkbp:photography
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scenic viewpoints
popular for landscape photography
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gptkbp:prominence
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gptkb:1500_meters
1,500 meters
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gptkbp:provides_guidance_on
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local guides recommended
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gptkbp:range
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gptkb:Eastern_Arc_Mountains
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gptkbp:research_interest
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volcanology
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gptkbp:route
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various trails
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gptkbp:safety
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altitude sickness
requires proper gear
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gptkbp:safety_measures
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guidelines for climbers
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gptkbp:summit
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panoramic views of surrounding area
Little Meru
Main Summit
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gptkbp:summit_view
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gptkb:Kilimanjaro
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gptkbp:surrounding_peaks
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Little Meru
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gptkbp:tour
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available for schools
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gptkbp:tourism
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hiking
attracts many trekkers
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gptkbp:trails
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multiple routes available
challenging
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gptkbp:training_programs
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gptkb:Momella_Camp
Momella
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gptkbp:transportation
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accessible by road from Arusha
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gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site
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gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
World Heritage Site candidate
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gptkbp:user_manual
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available for hire
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gptkbp:vegetation_zones
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alpine zone
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gptkbp:viewpoint
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gptkb:Mount_Kilimanjaro
gptkb:mountain
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gptkbp:volcanic_type
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stratovolcano
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gptkbp:weather_conditions
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can change rapidly
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gptkbp:wildlife
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gptkb:animals
elephants, buffaloes, and more
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gptkbp:zone
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gptkb:tropical_rainforest
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Angkor_Wat
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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