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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
OCC Restaurant and Hotel
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, OCC Restaurant and Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Phnom Penh, 5 km from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is ...
Longlin House I
Longlin House I is located a 3-minute walk from Rachana National museum and provides simple accommodation with en suite bathroom. It has a restaurant, a tour desk and a 24-hour front desk. Wi-Fi is available for free ...
Top Guesthouse
Located in Phnom Penh, Top Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation with free private parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas.Rooms are fitted with a cable TV, a telephone and a fan. Air conditioning is available in ...
Paradise Hotel
Located just 300 m away from Central Market, Paradise Hotel offers accommodatio in the heart of Phnom Penh. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available in all ...
Jinwan Hotel
Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Jinwan Hotel offers accommodation in Phnom Penh, 1.4 km from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.Every room at this ...
Arthur & Paul (Men Only Hotel)
Arthur & Paul (Men Only Hotel) is the first gay hotel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia with its own tropical pool garden and spa. Offering modern, air-conditioned rooms, it also has a restaurant. Just 1 km from the Russian ...
Same Same Backpacker
Situated in Phnom Penh, Same Same Backpacker is 600 m from Royal Palace. It has a restaurant/bar which houses a billiards table and opens from 06:00 until late.The property is 400 m from Preah Sihanouk Garden and Silver ...
Sanida Apartment
Situated in Phnom Penh, Sanida Apartment offers homely and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the apartments. It features a fitness centre and provides complimentary parking on site.Fitted with tiled ...
St 63 Hostel
St 63 Hostel offers accommodation in Phnom Penh. Guests can enjoy a complimentary beverage at the bar upon arrival. Free private parking is available on site.Certain rooms include a seating area for your convenience. A ...
Heritage Apartment
Featuring free WiFi and air conditioning, Heritage Apartment is situated in Phnom Penh, 900 m from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Royal Palace Phnom Penh is 1.5 km from the property.All units include a flat-screen TV. Some ...
Airport Guest hotel
Situated 9 km from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum in Phnom Penh, Airport Guest hotel features free WiFi access and free private parking.Each room at this guest house is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV ...
Hotel Pho De Paris Wat Koh
Hotel Pho De Paris Wat Koh is located in Phnom Penh just 550 m from the Central Market. The hotel provides simple rooms with private bathroom facilities and free Wi-Fi access is available. Rooms here are fitted with ...
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