Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Toul Sleng, and Killing Fields
The experience:
Phnom Penh is not only the political and economic capital, but also a city full of cultural diversity. Let the English guide lead you to better understand Phnom Peng.
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- Starting Time: 8:00am
- Departure Point: From your hotel in Phnom Penh
- Time Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
- Return Details: Back to your hotel in Phnom Penh
- Highlights -
# Royal Palace
# Silver Pagoda
# Tuol Sleng Museum
# Killing fields
- What You Can Expect -
Start the day with a visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, two of the most striking buildings in the capital and considered as some of the finest examples of Khmer architecture. They were initially constructed in 1866 by the French. The Royal Palace is home to the current King Sihamoni.
The neighboring Silver Pagoda stands out in its own distinctive way. The floor consists of 5,329 solid silver tiles to which the building owes its name.
Later, opt to take a journey through Cambodia』s more turbulent past. Under its leader Pol Pot, the Khmer Rouge seized power and declared 『year zero』. Opt to learn more about these turbulent years when visiting the infamous Tuol Sleng Museum in the afternoon.
Then drive 17km from Phnom Penh town to visit the Cheung Ek which was made famous by the movie 「The Killing Fields」. Nowadays, a large memorial has been built to commemorate the 17,000 victims who died here under the reign of Khmer Rouge leader, Pol Pot. The remnants inside the memorial and the mass graves that dot the area remind you of the suffering of the victims. Besides the tragic past, you will also start to appreciate the tremendous courage of the Cambodian people to move on and rebuild their nation. Transfer back to your hotel or you may choose to stop off at one of the riverside cafes or bars to relax and enjoy the sunset.
info:
- Starting Time: 8:00am
- Departure Point: From your hotel in Phnom Penh
- Time Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
- Return Details: Back to your hotel in Phnom Penh
- Highlights -
# Royal Palace
# Silver Pagoda
# Tuol Sleng Museum
# Killing fields
- What You Can Expect -
Start the day with a visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, two of the most striking buildings in the capital and considered as some of the finest examples of Khmer architecture. They were initially constructed in 1866 by the French. The Royal Palace is home to the current King Sihamoni.
The neighboring Silver Pagoda stands out in its own distinctive way. The floor consists of 5,329 solid silver tiles to which the building owes its name.
Later, opt to take a journey through Cambodia』s more turbulent past. Under its leader Pol Pot, the Khmer Rouge seized power and declared 『year zero』. Opt to learn more about these turbulent years when visiting the infamous Tuol Sleng Museum in the afternoon.
Then drive 17km from Phnom Penh town to visit the Cheung Ek which was made famous by the movie 「The Killing Fields」. Nowadays, a large memorial has been built to commemorate the 17,000 victims who died here under the reign of Khmer Rouge leader, Pol Pot. The remnants inside the memorial and the mass graves that dot the area remind you of the suffering of the victims. Besides the tragic past, you will also start to appreciate the tremendous courage of the Cambodian people to move on and rebuild their nation. Transfer back to your hotel or you may choose to stop off at one of the riverside cafes or bars to relax and enjoy the sunset.
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