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Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace complex is reminiscent of Bangkok’s Grand Palace though on a smaller scale. This can work to the visitor’s advantage however when one realizes that with an early start, you can have the whole place to yourself, a near impossibility in the Thai capital. Since King Sihanouk’s return to power, the actual Royal Palace is off limits but there are still ample things to explore. The Throne Hall which is crowned with a 59 meter tower that brings Angkor’s Bayon to mind, is the first thing one sets eyes on when entering the imposing compound. Though it dates back to 1919, many of the artifacts once kept here met a fate similar to the general Cambodian populace at the hands of the Khmer Rouge. Leave a Comment Directions: This is very much the centerpiece of the capital and with a strategic riverfront locale, impossible to miss.
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Once here there was a small town called Banteay Kev. It is not possible to visit all the palace, but just the silver Pagoda and the monuments nearby, this since the king Sihanouk is back in town.
You can visit the palace since 8 am to 11 am and since 3 pm to 5 pm, the tiket price is 3 US dollars plus 2 if you want to bring camera. Leave a Comment Directions: If you take a walk along the river, you cannot miss it.
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Well, I would say that since you're in Phnom Penh, you must visit the Royal Palace, but I certainly wouldn't go to Phnom Penh for that reason.
The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda were not the most interesting things we have done. It is lovely to see the Khmer architecture, but inside the buildings it's not particularly well maintained. The grounds are pretty enough. There is a miniature replica of Angkor Wat near the exit. They have made some attempt to create interest at the exit area with an example of a khmer house, a girl weaving silk, some music and a small museum.
The Royal Palace was built in 1866 and is still the residence of the Royal Family. Of course that area is out of bounds.
You are not permitted to take pictures of anything other than the outsides of the buildings and the gardens, even though they charge you to take your camera in.
Opening Hours: 7.30am - 11.00pm, 2.00pm - 5.00 pm.
Entry Fees: US$3.00p/p, camera $2.00, video camera $5.00. Photography is not permitted inside any of the buildings.
See next tip for rules of entry to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Leave a Comment
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Phnom Penh's Royal Palace is open from 8 a.m to 11 a.m and from 2 p.m to 5 p.m everyday except on the national holidays. The admission fees is charged from adults as 3 US$. Visitors are only allowed to visit the palace's Silver Pagoda and its surrounding compounds. If you want to make photos then you have to pay extra 2 US$ for taking the photo camera inside and 5 US$ for a video camera. Leave a Comment
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1. Do not wear shoes inside the Throne Hall and temples
2. No smoking
3. Do not wear hats inside the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.
4. Be appropriately dressed which means no bare shoulders, stomachs or legs. Guards will prevent you from entering if you are not correctly dressed.
5. Do not take photographs in the prohibited places.
6. Do not touch the glass panes, walls, columns or murals.
7. Keep quiet. Leave a Comment
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Stylistically similar, yet very different from the one in Bangkok. What is instructive, though, is how crowded the former was and how empty the latter was. Cambodia needs more visitors to enjoy its beauties and to help its economy. Leave a Comment
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El Palacio Real impresiona cuando te vas acercando desde la orilla del rio .
Es una construccion que recuerda el Gran Palacio de Bangkok y en ella destacan la Pagoda de Plata que tiene el suelo cubierto con baldosas de plata y un Buda de marmol , el Salon del Trono y los frescos que estan en los corredores alrededor del Palacio
Advertencias :
En cuanto tengas posibilidad de ver el palacio entra pues pueden cerrarlo sin avisar cuando el Rey tiene alguna ceremonia
Para las mujeres: Si no quieres comprarte una camiseta en la puerta ven al palacio con mangas
The Palace is really amazing as you reach it from the River front .
It is a construction that remembers the Bangkok Grand Palace and on it we should like to underline the Silver Pagoda , with silver tiles on the floor and a marble Buddha , The Throne Hall and the frescoes that are in the corridors that surround the Temple
Warnings :
As soon as you can, go to see the Palace because they may close it without notice when the King has any ceremony
For the women : If you do not want to buy a T-shirt in the gate wear something with sleeves Leave a Comment
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The Royal Residence (Preah Barom Reachea Vaeng Chaktomuk) is one of the favorite attractions with visitors to Phnom Penh. The palace was built in 1866 and is home to many valuable objects. The King of Cambodia still uses this as his official residence to date. Several buildings cover the grounds and are open and available for exploration during visiting hours. The grounds are beautiful and it is worth a visit. The grounds are small enough to cover in an hour or two, but more time could be spent in the serene surroundings.
Be aware there is a dress code while visiting the Royal Residence and Silver Pagoda: No hats, no short skirts or shorts and no tank tops. A good rule of thumb is shoulders and knees should be covered. They will provide shirts as a cover up to wear while touring the structures.
Admission is $3US and there is an additional $2US charge if you wish to use your camera during your visit. Hours: 7:30 – 11:00 am and 2:00 – 5:00 pm. Leave a Comment
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There are a lot of interesting and important sites inside the Royal Palace to be seen. They include Chan Chaya Pavillion, Throne Hall, Silver Pagoda and a few others. The complete trip to Palace will take your 2 hours for sure. So, calculate the time well in advance before entering the palace ! Leave a Comment
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Undoubtely the main highlight in PP. It is a huge complex containing the Throne Hall, the Royal Residence, the Silver Pagoda and some other pavillions.
You enter by Sothearos Boulevard. Tickets 3 USD.
The main building is the Throne hall (see pic). At the left you will be surprised to see a rather western building. This pavillion was a present of Napoleon III to the king.
By a little gate at the left you enter the Silver Pagoda, with silver tiles and the Emerald Buddha. Leave a Comment
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