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Phnom Penh : Phnom Penh: A Blend of Modernism and Tradition

Phnom Penh, capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, is nestled on the confluence of “four arms” of the Bassac River, Tonle Sap River and Mekong River. Its historical and cultural sites such as National Museum, Silver Pagoda and the Royal Palace are a big draw. King Norodom built the Royal Palace in 1866. You can visit the palace grounds when King is not residing there. Royal dance troupe performs in its open-air theater. You can see white elephant used for royal ceremonies on weddings, deaths more...

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