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About Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market.
- Area: 679 km²
- Elevation: 12 m
- Weather: 29°C, Wind NE at 14 km/h, 73% Humidity
- Area code: +855 (023)
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Top Attractions in Phnom Penh
Royal Palace, Phnom Penh
The Royal Palace, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a complex of buildings which serves as the royal residence of the king of Cambodia. Its full name in the Khmer language is Preah Barum Reachea Veang Chaktomuk Serei Mongkol. ...
National Museum of Cambodia
The National Museum of Cambodia in Phnom Penh is Cambodia's largest museum of cultural history and is the country's leading historical and archaeological ...
Independence Monument
The Independence Monument in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, was built in 1958 for Cambodia's independence from France in 1953. It stands on the intersection of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard in the centre of ...
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
The Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum is a museum in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, chronicling the Cambodian genocide. The site is a former high school which was used as the notorious Security Prison 21 (S-21) by the ...
Wat Ounalom, Phnom Penh
Wat Ounalom is a wat located on Sisowath Quay in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, near the Royal Palace of Cambodia. As the seat of Cambodia's Mohanikay order, it is the most important wat of Phnom Penh, and the center of ...
Wat Botum Park
Wat Botum Park is a wat located at Oknha Suor Srun Street 7, Sangkat Chaktomuk, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It is located to the south of the Royal Palace on the western side of Wat Botum ...
Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh
Wat Phnom is a Buddhist temple located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It was built in 1372, and stands 27 metres above the ground. It is the tallest religious structure in the city. The pagoda was given the name of Wat Preah ...
Wat Langka in Phnom Penh
A colourful Buddhist temple, offering free one-hour Vipassana meditation sessions in its central vihara at 6pm on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and on Sunday morning at 8am. Warning: if you’ve never done it ...
Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh
The Silver Pagoda is located on the south side of the Royal Palace, Phnom Penh. Formerly, it was known as Wat Ubosoth Ratanaram. The temple's official name is Preah Vihear Preah Keo Morakot which is commonly shortened ...
Central Market, Phnom Penh
Here you'll find everything from jewellery to avocados and deep fried crickets to white goods, but be prepared to negotiate hard as the prices seem to be higher, and the traders tougher, than ...
Tonle Bati Lake, Phnom Penh
Tonle Bati is a small lake about 30 km south of Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. It is a popular weekend destination for the local population. It is also a popular fishing spot for both tourists and people who live ...
Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh
The National Olympic Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It has a capacity of 63,000. Despite its name, the stadium has never hosted an Olympic ...
Orussey Market in Phnom Penh
Much bigger than other noted markets in town, Psar O Russei sells foodstuffs, costume jewellery, imported toiletries, secondhand clothes and everything else you can imagine from hundreds of stalls. The market is housed ...
Chaktomuk Conference Hall
The Chaktomuk Conference Hall is located at Preah Sisowath Quay, Sangkat Chaktomuk, Khan Daun Penh. It designed by renowned architect Vann Molyvann, this venue was originally opened in 1961 as La Salle de Conf?rence ...
Chroy Changvar Bridge
Cambodia-Japan Friendship Bridge - It was constructed in 1966. During the war from 1973 to 1975 the Khmer Rouge forces mined twice to death in 1973. By 17th April 1975, all Phnom Penh citizens have been chased out of ...
Old Market, Phnom Penh
Old Market (Phsar Chas) is a local market that is not at all geared to the tourist. It carries such items as fruits and vegetable, second hand cloths, hardware, motorcycle parts and religious items. In the late ...
Tuol Tompoung Market (Russian Market)
So-named because of the prevalence of items from the Eastern Bloc in past times, the Toul Tom Poung Market today is a treasure trove for tourists. Particular items worth seeking out include CDs, fabrics, jewelry, carved ...
Choeung Ek Killing Field Centre
A mass grave for victims of one of the worst manifestations of control, paranoia and terror created by the Khmer Rouge, Choeung Ek was the preferred execution site for people who had been through Tuol Sleng, or S-21, ...
Phnom Penh National Library
The National Library is in a graceful old building constructed in 1924, near Wat Phnom. During its rule, the Khmer Rouge turned the building into a stable and destroyed most of the books. Many were thrown out into the ...
French Embassy in Phnom Penh
Located at the northern end of Monivong Blvd, the French embassy played a significant role in the dramas that unfolded after the fall of Phnom Penh on 17 April 1975. About 800 foreigners and 600 Cambodians took refuge ...
Most Popular Hotels in Phnom Penh
Jun Jun Guesthouse
Situated in the Daun Penh district in Phnom Penh, 300 m from Sisowath Quay, Jun Jun Guesthouse features free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. A flat-screen TV with cable ...
Aura Thematic Hostel
Aura Thematic Hostel is set in the Daun Penh district in Phnom Penh, 200 m from Royal Palace Phnom Penh. It features a rooftop lounge with a diverse range of weekly events, free WiFi access and complimentary private ...
The Little Garden Boutique Hotel
Located in Phnom Penh, The Little Garden Boutique Hotel enjoys a quiet location in the residential area of Boeung Keng Kang I. It offers free Wi-Fi and free bicycle rental.The bright rooms are air-conditioned and come ...
Relax Hotel
Located just 350 m from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Relax Hotel offers accommodation in the heart of Phnom Penh. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property It is ...
Anik Boutique Hotel & Spa on Norodom Blvd
Anik Boutique Hotel & Spa offers accommodation in the business district of Phnom Penh. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is ...
VS Sweet Home
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, VS Sweet Home offers accommodation in Phnom Penh.Every room at this homestay is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You will find a ...
Tattoo Guesthouse
A 5-minute drive to Sisowath Quay and Royal Palace, Tattoo Guesthouse offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi. Toul Sleng Museum is 2 km away.The simply decorated rooms are air conditioned and feature cable TV. The ...
Meng Goldiana 282 Hotel Phnom Penh
Located 400 m from Wat Langka, Meng Goldiana 282 Hotel offers accommodation in central Phnom Penh. Ot features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.It ...
Henglong I Hotel
Operating a 24-hour front desk, Henglong I Hotel is just a 3-minute walk to the vibrant local Orussey Market. It features a hot spring bath facility and offers massage services upon request. Free Wi-Fi access is ...
Neang Sim 81 Guest House
Neang Sim 81 Guest House is located in the Sen Sok district in Phnom Penh, 4.3 km from Wat Phnom and 5 km from Riverfront Park. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Every room includes a private bathroom. ...
Phnom Penh Hotel
Phnom Penh Hotel enjoys a central location in Phnom Penh and is less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Boeng Kak Lake. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at 4 of the property's dining options ...
Rain Rock Hotel
Conveniently located in downtown Phnom Penh, Rain Rock Hotel is just a 10-minute drive from the lively Riverfront and the beautiful Royal Palace. It offers a free one-way airport transfer service and complimentary Wi-Fi ...
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