Things to do in Phnom Penh

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Royal Palace of Cambodia

The Royal Palace of Phnom Penh, also known as Preah Barom Reachea Vaeng Chaktomuk, is named after the intersection of the Mekong River, the Tonle Sap River and the Bassac River. This is the palace of the King of Cambodia. It is composed of a group of golden roofs and yellow walls. It consists of many large and small palaces such as Chaya Hall, Golden Temple and Silver Temple. It is exquisitely shaped and magnificent, full of traditional Khmer architecture and religious tone. On the cloister of the building is a magnificent relief mural depicting Angkor Wat, depicting the achievements and religious stories of the dynasties. Local residents and monks alike enjoy keeping cool on the spacious lawn in front of the palace, it's extremely lively.

No. 3 of Night Attractions in Cambodia

Phnom Penh Night Market

Phnom Penh Night Market is located along the Tonle Sap River and primarily sells daily necessities and souvenirs. It is popular with locals and is a great place to spend an evening. The night market was converted from a street garden. The original grass was replaced with a concrete paved floor, covering an area of approx. 4,000–5,000 m², and it is surrounded by iron pipe railings. Two entrances have been opened along the street side, one for entry and one for exit, making the flow of people quite orderly. Inside, there are multiple rows of uniform-sized colorful stalls, offering a wide variety of goods. These include clothing, shoes, hats, flowers, food, jewelry, cosmetics, and daily necessities, as well as numerous handicrafts such as stone carvings, bamboo and wood products, and Khmer-style Buddha ornaments, making for a dazzling array of items. It may be more popular with locals than with foreigners. Foreign tourists should remember to bargain hard when shopping here, as prices are often marked up.

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Phnom Penh City Tour Bus

Hop on the Phnom Penh sightseeing bus to comfortably and stylishly explore the beauty of Phnom Penh, enjoying sightseeing, history, culture, and fun! Join us for an unforgettable urban adventure.

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Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum is located in the southern part of Phnom Penh, at the intersection of Street 113 and Street 350. It once imprisoned over 17,000 intellectuals, civilians, women, and children. It is now open to the public as a museum, displaying various torture instruments, photographs, and historical documents that are harrowing, silently recounting that horrific history. Additionally, documentaries are screened daily, primarily telling the true story of a young couple who were forced apart and persecuted by the Khmer Rouge during that time.

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Tonle Sap River

Located in the heart of Cambodia, the Tonle Sap River meets the Mekong River and is the passage between the Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong River. At the same time, it is also the fourth largest source of freshwater fish in the world. There are more than 150 kinds of fish in the river, and the freshwater resources are very rich. The main reason for the abundance of freshwater resources is due to the unique phenomenon that the Tonle Sap River can "reverse the flow". In the rainy season from June to September every year, due to the melting of snow in the Himalayas, the water level of the Mekong River suddenly increases, causing water to flow into the Tonle Sap River from the Mekong River, reversing the flow of the Tonle Sap River; from October to May the following year , the river flows back to the Mekong River. Around the Tonle Sap River, there are famous scenic spots such as the Royal Palace of Phnom Penh and the National Museum. The scenery is beautiful, and it is very pleasant to walk or rest by the river. There are also various cafes, restaurants and bars on the banks of the river and north of the Royal Palace, where you can immerse yourself in a romantic colonial-style restaurant and enjoy a delicious Western-style meal. An exotic place to go.

Independence Monument

Independence Monument was built to commemorate Cambodia's independence from French colonial rule on November 9, 1953. It is located at the intersection of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard, in the center of Independence Square. Independence Monument was designed by the renowned Cambodian architect Vann Molyvann and completed in March 1958. It stands 37m tall and has 7 levels, adorned with 100 seven-headed Naga (a cultural symbol of Cambodia). The monument is shaped like a five-tiered lotus bud and is magnificent. Every year on National Day, the King of Cambodia or his representative holds grand ceremonies here, making it a site of great commemorative significance.

Wat Phnom Daun Penh

Mount Phnom is the birthplace of Phnom Penh. It is approx. 100 m high, and the summit houses a statue of Lady Penh (the "Penh" in Phnom Penh), making it one of the symbols of Phnom Penh.Wat Phnom Daun Penh is located at the summit and is approx. 30 m high. The environment is very serene, and the temple is filled with magnificent Khmer-style reliefs. Climbing to the top of the tower at the summit offers a panoramic view of the entire city. There is also a moving story about Wat Phnom Daun Penh. Legend has it that in the 14th century, a woman named "Penh" found a Buddha statue that had drifted there along the Mekong River during a flood. She built a small hill and a temple to enshrine it, which gradually developed into a bustling town. In the 15th century, the national capital was moved from Angkor to this location and was officially named "Phnom Penh", meaning "Hill of Lady Penh", which is known as "Phnom Penh" by local overseas Chinese.

National Museum of Cambodia

National Museum of Cambodia features a herringbone roof, carved doors, and architectural styles reminiscent of ancient Khmer temples, blending traditional Khmer architecture with French colonial style. National Museum of Cambodia currently has approx. 15,000 items in its collection, with approx. 2,000 pieces on permanent display at any given time. The museum's collection is rich and spans different historical periods, including prehistoric times as well as the early, middle, and late periods of the Angkor dynasty. The exhibits mainly consist of four categories: stone, bronze, ceramic, and wooden artifacts. In addition, the museum also houses a small number of oil paintings, textiles, as well as photographs and other archival materials.

Royal Palace Park

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