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  • The Royal Palace in Phnom Penh is a great photo opportunity on all Cambodia tours.
  • The National Museum
  • Two buddhist monks in a temple in Phnom Penh
  • Monks on their daily walks in Phnom Penh
  • Beautiful gardens at the National Museum

Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city of Cambodia. Situated on the banks of the Tonlé Sap, Mekong and Bassac rivers, Phnom Penh is the country's commercial, economic and political hub and a city that should be experienced on Cambodia tours.

Once known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’ in the 1920s, after French colonialists developed and beautified the city, Phnom Penh continued its rapid growth and modern infrastructure.

However, in 1975 during the Vietnam War, Cambodia was used by North Vietnam as an army base, and many refugees flocked to Phnom Penh. The city fell to the Khmer Rouge, and all of Phnom Penh’s residents, including the wealthy and educated, were evacuated from the city and forced to do labour on rural farms as "new people".

The Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, previously a high school which was converted to a prison and torture chamber (Prison S-21) under the Khmer Rouge regime, features various grim displays, photos, and skulls of the 20,000 tortured prisoners that passed through these walls. The Killing Fields, about 15kms away, is now a memorial to those prisoners who were marched to the area to be murdered and buried in shallow graves. On Cambodia trips, this should be experienced.

In 1979 when the Khmer Rouge was driven away by the Vietnamese, people slowly returned to Phnom Penh, and a period of reconstruction began with both the help of a stable Cambodian government, and new foreign investment and aid.

Phnom Penh has a steep history many centuries old and offers various cultural and historic sites. Newly developing for tourism, Phnom Penh is becoming established as a chic destination with newly built bistros, boutique hotels, galleries, and bustling nightlife on your Cambodian tours.

 

 

Cambodia Travel Information

At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Cambodia tours.

Learn about the history and culture of Cambodia, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Cambodia's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Cambodia for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Cambodia tours today!

 

Extend Your Trip 

After your Cambodia vacation, consider taking the time to visit other destinations. Goway offers exciting China vacation packages, India tours and Thailand vacation packages plus a comprehensive selection of vacation packages in many other Asian countries.

 

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: The amazing complex of Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh, the capital with its magnificent Royal Palace and a veritable resort paradise all combine to give you Cambodia in a nutshell.
    Duration:
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    Prices From:
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    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: This short vacation through Cambodia leaves a lasting impression. First, explore the capital, Phnom Penh, and visit nearby historical landmarks, including Oudong. Then connect to Siem Reap to spend several days exploring the Khmer temples of Angor Wat, some of the most impressive temples in the world.
    Duration:
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    Prices From:
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    Trip Type:
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    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia while staying in luxury accommodations. Journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh to see the major landmarks, including Halong Bay, the imperial capital of Hue, the resort town of Hoi An, and the temples of Angkor Wat.
    Duration:
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    Prices From:
    US$ 7,575
    Trip Type:
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    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Treat yourself on this truly unique city, jungle, and beach combo vacation. Explore the capital Phnom Penh and cruise the Mekong River before heading to a floating river resort in Koh Kong Province and a private island resort off the coast of Sihanoukville on the Gulf of Thailand.
    Duration:
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    Prices From:
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