With French influenced architecture, culturally rich palace and temples, bustling city streets brimming with traffic, Phnom Penh, Cambodia contains all the exotic charms of an Asian city. Located on the banks of Mekong River, Phnom Penh is the capital and the largest city of Cambodia. Naturally this is also the industrial, cultural, historical and commercial hub of the country. The exquisite Royal Palace with its two magnificent pagodas will simply take your breath away with its charming beauty. You can visit the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek for an exceptionally interesting experience. This is a former Chinese cemetery where Khemer Rogue killed thousands of victims during their reign. In the present day you can find a Buddhist stupa adorned with human skulls which is quite unique.
You will be delighted by the fascinating open markets of Phnom Penh.Located on the south of the French Quarter; the Old Market will give you a truly Cambodian cultural experience. You can buy from fruits and vegetables to spare parts and hardware at this bustling market. The market place is scattered with art galleries, bars, massage parlours and cafes to provide the tourist with a stimulating shopping experience. The Central Market or the New Market is adorned with 1930s art deco and sells from flowers to video games. You can simply walk along the nooks and crannies of this market and feel the pulse of Phnom Penh in your veins. The Russian Market offers you the rare opportunity to buy designer clothes at a large discount. Although this market is located away from the usual tourist area it is well known to all. However, if you are searching for authentic Cambodian items then The Night Market is the place to be. Open till midnight, the night market offers truly Cambodian cloths and souvenirs for the visitor to this remarkable city.
Known as the Paris of the East before the 1970s Phnom Penh still exhibits statuesque French colonial buildings. You can also watch a French movie or two while on visit at the French Cultural Cenrte.The city is home to alluring boulevards, and a charming riverside lined with cafes and restaurants, thus making the Mekong River side an ideal place for a lazy stroll or a leisurely bike ride.
If you are looking for a comfortable
hotel Phnom Penh has an array of accommodation options to choose from. A
hotel in Phnom Penh will offer you a hospitable service and make your stay extremely convenient and relaxing. Located in the heart of the city, Raffles Hotel Le Royal is an excellent option which will provide you with an elegant ambiance and exceptional service.
