Must see attractions in Phnom Penh

Home to Cambodia's national parliament, this elaborate building is finished with traditional Khmer motifs. The access road is sometimes closed off to the…

This impressive statue shows the legendary former king/prime minister/statesman King Father Norodom Sihanouk, who died a national hero in 2012.

Performances of classical Cambodian dance were once staged in this pavilion, which is sometimes lit up at night to commemorate festivals or anniversaries.

This is the shrine of King Norodom Suramarit, the father of King Sihanouk who reigned from 1955 to 1960 following his son's abdication from the throne.

This Buddhist temple with saffron-coloured robes flapping in the wind is particularly photogenic. It's located opposite Wat Botum Park.

This striking grey stupa is dedicated to King Ang Duong (r 1845–59) and is guarded by lions and guardian spirits.

This artificial hill has a structure containing a bronze footprint of the Buddha from Sri Lanka.

The royal family celebrate important festivals in the Khmer calendar in this pavilion.

This shrine includes a striking bronze sculpture of the former king on horseback.

This small building holds a small exhibition of royal costumes and regalia.

A colourful Buddhist temple in the heart of the city (near Independence Monument) that was established as a sanctuary for holy writings.

This building once housed richly decorated sacred texts written on palm leaves (now moved to the safety of air-conditioned storage).

This building was traditionally used for royal dining; today it is used for ceremonial apsara (nymph) dances and training.

This small structure was used by the king and other royal family members to mount and dismount the royal elephants for ceremonies.

The bell of this tower is rung to order the gates of the Royal Palace compound to be opened or closed.

The official residence of King Sihamoni and his family is not open to the general public.

North gate of the Royal Palace compound.

East gate of the Royal Palace compound.

The administrative offices of the king.

Entrance to the Royal Palace compound.