Phnom Penh Tours
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  Just a few of the many   attractions in Cambodia I   can take you to:

• Angkor Temples
• Bokor Hill
• Kbal Spean
• Kirirom Hillside
• Kompong Luong
• Mekong Island
• Mekong River
• Mondulkiri
• Outside Phnom Penh
• Phnom Oudong
• Phnom Penh
• Phnom Tamo Zoo
• Ratanakiri
• River Dolphin
• Royal Palace
• Seaside destinations
• Temples
• Tonl'e Sap
• Toul Sleng Museum

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Phnom Penh

 
The capital of Cambodia was established in 1434 by King Ponhea Yat. Phnom Penh is conveniently located on the banks where four rivers converge: Upper Mekong, Lower Mekong, Tonl'e Sap, and Bassak. It is a location known as Chatomuk, or four faces.

Phnom, meaning "hill," Penh was named after Lady Penh, who founded it in 1372. This first establishment did not last long, however, as status of capital city was bestowed upon other cities such as Nokor Phnom, Angkor, Longvek, Srey Santhor, and Oudong, before returning to Phnom Penh, the country's sixth capital, at the end of the 19th century up until the present day.

Covering an area of 290 square kilometers, Phnom Penh is the major political, economic, cultural, communication, and tourism center for both domestic and international services. Modern development and planning have taken place since independence in 1953, with the addition of tree-lined avenues, gardens with fountains, and several distinctive monuments reflecting the city's new found sense of freedom.

Modern Phnom Penh is a bustling city, and new construction projects for housing and office space keep growing. It comes as no surprise to discover that Phnom Penh is a charming mix of ancient monuments and modern landmarks. It is interesting to note that over one million Cambodians live in the city.

Wat Phnom is a famous city landmark. This symbol of Phnom Penh was built in 1434 to house the sacred relics. Today, Wat Phnom remains the highest artificial hill in Phnom Penh and center of many forms of leisurely activities.

Independence Monument commemorates the end of the French-ruled Cambodian regime in 1953. The Naga motif can be seen in historic, cultural, and modern business contexts, as a symbol of the country. It is also used to commemorate the soul of combatants who gave their lives for freedom of the country.

National Museum houses Khmer art, especially sculptures from different periods of Cambodian history, including 19th century dance consume, royal barges, and palanquins. On display inside are more than 5,000 works of art.

A shopping spree starts at the local markets. Phnom Penh has many markets. The huge yellow domed market, Phsar Thmei, is the place to find gold and silver jewelry. Olympic Market and Tuol Tom Pong Market offer antiquities. Delicate stone, wood carvings, hand woven silk, and silverware dating from the 11th century are the bargains to be found. Visitors should think about it carefully when bargaining, and enjoy themselves.

Antiques for sale at the Russian Market

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