Phnom Penh Adventure

Phnom Penh

Capital of Cambodia

Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, is the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is massive, art deco Central Market.

Area: 262 mi²

Elevation: 39′

Hotels: 3-star averaging $36, 5-star averaging $205. View hotels

Weather: 91°F (33°C), Wind W at 7 mph (11 km/h), 63% Humidity

Local time: Thursday 4:45 PM

Population: 1.502 million (2012)

Number of airports: 1

Points of interest

Royal Palace, Phnom P...

National Museum of Cambodia

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

Silver Pagoda, Phnom P...

Choeung E