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Sightseeing in Phnom Penh


Cambodia - Phnom Penh - Siem Reap - Sihanoukville
The spots innumerable and the sights amazingly beautiful- this is the best away that you can describe Sightseeing in Phnom Penh. You will really enjoy these places as places tell you about the history and also the culture of the fascinating land of Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Sightseeing in Phnom Penh includes the following very important places that you should make it a point to visit.

Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh

The Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh was built in the year 1372 and it was decorated with all types of artifacts. There is an altar for the Lady Penh and this is placed between the Vihear and the stupa. The residents of this place consider the Lady Penh to be a spirit that protects all of them from harm.

Royal Palace in Phnom Penh

The Royal Palace of Phnom Penh in the Khmer language is known as the Preah Barom Reachea Vaeng Chaktomuk. It was occupied by the Kings of the land of Cambodia but they left the palace when there internal problems during and after the rule of the Khmer Rouge. It contains the Throne Hall, The Silver Pagoda, Khemarin Palace and also the Chan Chhaya Pavilion. This is a must visit point while you are going for Sightseeing of Phnom Penh.

Independence Monument in Phnom Penh

This was erected to commemorate those martyrs who had fought for the independence of Cambodia. This is a spot where one can come and enjoy the solitude of the place and also participate in the celebrations that take place during Independence Day. This is a good spot that you should visit when you are going for Sightseeing in and around Phnom Penh.

Cheung Ek Killing Field in Phnom Penh

Another very important aspect of Phnom Penh Sightseeing is the Cheung Ek Killing Field in Phnom Penh. It is at a distance of 15 kilometers from Phnom Penh and this is important because 17,000 people were massacred and buried here. This place is often considered to be unsuitable for children.

So come and enjoy the Sightseeing in Phnom Penh.

Bonn Chroat Preah Nongkoal in Phnom Penh
Cheung Ek Killing Field in Phnom Penh
Independence Monument in Phnom Penh
Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
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