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This week, I’m excited to be travelling from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. The journey from Cambodia’s capital to Siem Reap for the world famous Angkor Wat temple complex is well worth it, and one that I have wanted to make for a long time!
Phnom Penh — The Cambodian Capital
Phnom Penh is the lively bustling capital of Cambodia. Situated at the convergence of three rivers, the mighty Mekong, the Bassac and the great Tonle Sap, what was once considered the ‘Gem’ of Indochina. The capital city still upholds substantial charm with plenty to see. Phnom Penh is an absolute oasis compared to the modernity of other Asian capitals. A combination of Asian exotica, the well-known Cambodian hospitality anticipates the visitors to the capital of Cambodia.
Here in Phnom Penh there are many exciting touristy sites. Apart from the Royal Palace, the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, Wat Phnom and the Phnom Pehn Killing Fields tour, there are multiple marketplaces selling carvings, paintings, silk, silver, gems and even antiques. It is certainly an ideal destination for a leisurely day tour. The entire area including the outskirts of Phnom Penh is around 376 square kilometres large. There are presently 2,009,264 people living in Phnom Penh.
