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PLACE OF INTEREST IN PHNOM PENH
Phnom Penh is the vibrant bustling capital of Cambodia. Situated at the confluence of three rivers, the mighty Mekong, the Bassac and the great Tonle Sap, what was once considered the 'Gem' of Indochina. The capital city still maintains considerable charm with plenty to see. It exudes a sort of provincial charm and tranquillity with French colonial mansions and tree-lined boulevards amidst monumental Angkorian architecture. Phnom Penh is a veritable oasis compared to the modernity of other Asian capitals. A mixture of Asian exotica, the famous Cambodian hospitality awaits the visitors to the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
Here in the capital, are many interesting touristy sites. Beside the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, the Choeng Ek Killing Fields and Wat Phnom, there are several market places selling carvings, paintings, silk, silver, gems and even antiques. Indeed, an ideal destination for a leisurely day tour. The whole area including the outskirts of Phnom Penh is about 376 square kilometres big. There are around 2,143,591 people living in Phnom Penh in 2021.
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ROYAL PALACE
The emerald Buddha sits on a pedestal high atop the dias. In front of the dias stands a life-size Buddha made of solid gold and weighs 75kg. It is decked with precious gems including diamonds, the largest of which is 25 carats. Also on display at the sides are the coronation apparel and numerous miniature Buddha in gold and silver. The walls surrounding the compound which is the oldest part of the palace, are covered with frescos depicting scenes from the Khmer version of the Ramayana. Read more...
Ticket = $6.5 and Tour Guide = $10
Riverside, St. Sothearos, Phnom Penh.
Open hours: 9am – 5pm. (Everyday)
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NATIONAL MUSEUM
The NATIONAL MUSEUM has a good collection of Khmer sculptures dating from the pre-Angkor period (4th century) to post-Angkor period (14th century). The museum, built of red bricks by the French in 1917 in a pseudo-Khmer style, is built around a courtyard. A stone's throw away from the Tonle Sap is the royal Palace built on the site Read more...
Opens hours: 8am – 5pm.( Everyday)
Entry fee: US$3.00 per adult.
Visitors will be charged $1.00 to bring their cameras inside.
Tel: 023 211 753 / Mobile: 012 873 707
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TOUL SLENG GENOCIDE MUSEUM
In 1975, Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot's security force and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21). It soon became the largest such center of detention and torture in the country. Over 17,000 people held at S-21 were taken to the extermination camp at Choeung Ek to be executed; detainees who died during torture were buried in mass graves in the prison grounds. S-21 has been turned into the Tuol Sleng Museum, which serves as a testament to the crimes of the Khmer Rough. Read more...
Opens hours: 8am – 5pm.( Everyday)
Entry fee: US$3.00 per adult.
Visitors will be charged $1.00 to bring their cameras inside.
Tel: 023 211 753 / Mobile: 012 873 707
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CHOENG EK KILLING FIELDS
Between 1975 and 1978,aabout 17,000 men, women, children and infants (including nine westerners), detained and tortured at S-21 prison (now Tuol Sleng Museum), were transported to the extermination to death to avoid wasting precious bullets.The remains of 8985 people, many of whom were bound and blindfolded, were exhumed in 1980 from mass graves in this one-time long an orchard; 43 of the 129 communal graves here have been left untouched. Fragment of Human bone and bits of cloth are scattered around the disinterred pits. Over 8000 skulls, arranged by sex, are visible behind the clear glass panels of the Memoral Stupa, which was erected in 1988.The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek are 15 km from Central Phnom Penh. To get there, take Monireth Blvd south-westward out of the city from the Dang Kor Market bus depot. The site is 8.5 km from the bridge near 271 St. A memorial ceremony is held annually at Choeung Ek on 9 May. Read More...
Located 15 km southwest of Phnom Penh.
Open hours: 9am – 5pm. (Everyday)
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INDEPENDENCE MONUMENT (Vimean Ekareach)
An Angkorian style tower, the inimitable place in the whole city, located in the heart of the capital. It was built in 1958 to Sybilles Cambodian Independence Day after winning back their independence from the French protectorate on the 9th of November 1953. The monument attracts many tourists for its peculiar looking but unique style distinguishes it from all the buildings in the city. It is also used as a memorial place dedicated to the Cambodian's patriot who died for the country. Read more...
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NIGHT MARKET
It located in front of the Phsar Chas (Old Market) near the riverside, is perpetually crowded with tourists in search of a good bargain. At the moment, there are more than 150 stalls selling an array of items from clothing and ornaments to furniture and souvenirs. The entire setting of the Phnom Penh night market is made from natural material, and there are occasionally music performances and entertainment acts.
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SUNSET CRUISE
See the capital at its most magical as you glide past the glittering Phnom Penh skyline.
Open: 9am-10pm
PLACE OF INTEREST IN SIEM REAP
ANGKORWAT TEMPLES
Angkor Wat is built facing to the west and this has scholars divided as to its significance. Best time to visit Sun-set around 5pm at Angkor Wat. To visit temples such as Angkor Thom temple, Ta Prom temple, Banteay Srei temple, Bayon temple and Elephant Terrace. Can also view via helicopters or Balloon Ride.
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Angkor Ticket
1 Day Pass = US$37
3 Days Pass = US$62
7 Days Pass = US$72
Ticket Office Hour:
5:00AM to 5:00PM
HELICOPTERS CAMBODIA
#658 St Hup Quan, Mondol 1 Siem Reap, Cambodia
Open: 6am-6pm
Tel: 015 814 500
ANGKOR BALOON
Seeing the view of Angkor.
Airport road, Kork Tachan Village.
Open: 6am-5pm
Tel: 097 896 5834
Web: angkorballoon.com
PUB STREET
In Siem Reap, after returning from the temple tours in the evening, many tourists are taken to the Pub Street to take advantage of the happy hour deals or a good meal. The street is so named because it is lined end to end on both sides by pubs, restaurants and shops. The street is closed to traffic in the evening; allowing pedestrians to stroll about freely. The street comes alive when the bars crank up the music and join the restaurants to spill their seats out onto the curbs. On this street, one can find bars and restaurants serving drinks and food of almost all culture and flavours. Here too are a few fine galleries for the discerning to enjoy.
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