check out My Top 10 attractions and must- do's activities in Cambodia's capital. From the Killing
Fields to other historical Places.
Been there, done Vietnam? Looking for a city escape with colonial charm and all the sights, sounds
and smells of Southeast Asia, with just few hours land travel from vietnam? Consider a trip to the
'Paris of the East', Phnom Penh.
Here are My Top 10 must -sees and dos in Cambodia's Exotic & Beautiful capital.
(in no particular order)
We all know Cambodia has suffered a lot under the iron fist of some of the dictators in the past.
This is tribute monument built in 1958 to celebrate leaving France and becoming legally Independent. So it's nice to see this well crafted monument in the heart of the capital city. This tour does not take
up too much time as there is basically nothing to do but take a few photos and be on your way.
2. ROYAL PALACE Phnom Penh
You can tour inside during the day & see amazing architecture along with history. It is still used as the residential palace. At night it's beautifully lit up & is best seen from the park lands along the river
side. All the local people gather at night in the cool evenings to enjoy reading & playing in the grassed parkland. You can see it on your way to the night markets or vice verse. Free to walk past & see at
night. Great photography to be had.
3. KILLING FIELDS
Sorry If I smile in the photo's (the story of this place is very heart breaking)
It will be a sad day of touring the Killing Fields and S21 but you have to do it. It's a big part of Cambodia's history and the more we learn about the past, the more we can do to ensure this never happens again in the future. The audio tour is very well done and highly informative. In addition to letting you
proceed at your own pace, the audio tour incorporates history with actual narratives of victims and
survivors that will leave a deep impact. You hear about the history a bit in your social studies class,
but seeing the places in person makes it really hit home. There was even a survivor there selling his
book. The pieces of personal items you see scattered across the fields bring on lots of emotions and
hopefully it will inspire all of us to work hard to ensure the next generation doesn't have to ever go
through this. This is not to be missed!
4. S-21 TUOL SLENG GENOCIDE MUSEUM
An important part of Phnom Penh's brutal and bloody history. Tuol Sleng Museum, the complex used a secondary school until in 1975. Then the complex was occupied by the Khmer Rouge and used as a prison. The prison, known as S21 eventually became the place where most of the prisoners have been tortured and murdered. S21 Prison stands as a monument to the 17,000 men, women and children
who were murdered or imprisoned here, as well as the only eight survivors.
4.SISOWATH QUAY
A lovely promenade, that's equally popular with locals. Take a stroll along the banks of the Tonle Sap River, beneath flags of the world, alongside flower sellers and food carts. You might also wander
inadvertently into the middle of a game of soccer or volleyball. On the other side of the road is a
plethora of bars and restaurants, most with happy hours, so you really can make an evening of it.
5. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CAMBODIA
The National Museum helps the tourist shape the historical identity of Cambodia. There is more than just the killing fields to Cambodia and this museum is so much worth the visit in order to see, Lear,
understand the incredible old history of this great society. Also the Museum Fascinated by the wonderful statues of the great kings of the former Angkor Empire. This place is filled with the spirits of the
past.
6. WAT BOTUM TEMPLE
Beautiful temple complex!! The inside of the largest building here is just breath taking, huge golden
buddhas and highly decorated ceiling and walls.
7. ELEPHANT BAR
The elephant Bar is located in the Royal Raffles Hotel in Phnom Penh, just turn right when you enter the lobby. The decor is sumptuous with a dominant colonial taste that could help you feel like
decades ago. the drink list is absolutely amazing, probably the longest and more comprehensive in
town. Many cocktails, classics and more innovative are on offer also. to help guests make their
choice, a interesting flavor map was created.
8. RUSSIAN MARKET
This is one big covered market with numerous shops selling everything that anyone may ever need in their lives and all available under one roof. There are small areas for everything and numerous gates
to enter and exit. When you get tired with the wandering then you can just head to the centre of the
market, eat and restart exploring this place.
9. TRY TO TASTE THE CAMBODIAN CUISINE
Squished between culinary heavyweights Cambodia is often overlooked when it comes to food. But once you've sampled Khmer cuisine, you won't turn back. Try to eat the Fish amok the most well-known Cambodian dishes, but you'll find similar meals in neighboring countries.
10. BAG A BARGAIN AT THE CENTRAL MARKET
this market has good range of goods for reasonable price. however you can bargain up to 30% and
buy. you can use USD in that market so Look for some Cambodian tat to take back to friends and
loved ones? Pick up some bargains on clothes, bags, foods and even the odd original handicraft at the Central Market. It's worth it for the souvenirs and the market's impressive 1930s Art Deco
architecture, plus there's plenty of opportunity to brush up on your haggling skills. Isn’t cool?
Do you agree with my selection or have I missed your favourite?
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