This shrine includes a striking bronze sculpture of the former king on horseback.
Shrine of King Norodom
Phnom Penh
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With its classic Khmer roofs and ornate gilding, the Royal Palace once dominated the skyline of Phnom Penh. It's a striking structure near the riverfront,…
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A landmark building in the capital, the art deco Psar Thmei (literally 'New Market') is often called the Central Market, a reference to its location and…
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The Silver Pagoda complex is enclosed by walls plastered with an extensive and, in parts, spectacular mural depicting the classic Indian epic of the…
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This striking grey stupa is dedicated to King Ang Duong (r 1845–59) and is guarded by lions and guardian spirits.
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This building was traditionally used for royal dining; today it is used for ceremonial apsara (nymph) dances and training.
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This building once housed richly decorated sacred texts written on palm leaves (now moved to the safety of air-conditioned storage).
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Within the Royal Palace compound is this extravagant temple, also known as Wat Preah Keo or Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The Silver Pagoda is so named…