Phnom Penh Sights

  1. Independence Monument

    Soaring over the city's largest roundabout is the grand Independence Monument built in 1958. It's now also a memorial to Cambodia's war dead.

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  2. Royal Palace

    With its classic Khmer roofs and ornate gilding, the Royal Palace dominates the diminutive local skyline. Hidden away behind protective walls and beneath the shadows of striking ceremonial buildings, it's an oasis of calm, with lush gardens and leafy havens. As it's the official residence of King Sihamoni, parts of the massive compound are closed to the public.

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