Cambodian landmark buildings

Cambodian landmark buildings include: Angkor monuments, Phnom Penh Royal Palace, and Independence Monument.

1. Angkor Monuments

Angkor was the capital of the Angkor Dynasty in Cambodia from the 9th to the 15th century. It was built successively from the 9th to the 12th century, with magnificent stone structures and exquisite famous for its engravings. In the mid-15th century, the Angkor Dynasty moved south due to the invasion of Siam. The old capital of Angkor gradually became deserted until it was submerged in the forest. It was rediscovered by French explorers at the end of the 19th century and is located about 314 kilometers northwest of Phnom Penh.

Due to years of war and natural invasion, the ancient ruins of Angkor have been seriously damaged. UNESCO listed Angkor as a World Cultural Heritage in 1992 and established the International Coordinating Committee for the Protection of Angkor Monuments. There are more than 600 existing monuments, distributed over an area of ??nearly 400 square kilometers.

2. Phnom Penh Royal Palace

Phnom Penh Royal Palace (Royal Palace), also known as the Four Arms Bay Grand Palace, is located at the intersection of the Upper Mekong River, Tonle Sap River, Lower Mekong River and Basak River. It got its name from the fact that it was built by King Norodom from 1866 to 1870. The palace is rectangular, 435 meters long and 402 meters wide, with a city wall outside.

The architecture of the palace has traditional Khmer architectural style and religious color. The palaces all have spiers, which represent prosperity; the palace is painted in yellow and white, with yellow representing Buddhism and white representing Brahmanism. The palace was originally a wooden structure and was later rebuilt into a cement structure, but it maintained its original appearance. The main buildings in the palace include: Silver Pavilion, Jinluan Palace, Bojiani Pavilion, Kaimarling Palace, and Moonlight Tower.

3. Independence Monument

The Cambodian Independence Monument is located at the intersection of Norodom Avenue and Sihanouk Avenue. It commemorates Cambodia’s liberation from French colonial rule on November 9, 1953. Completely independent. Completed in March 1958, it is 37 meters high and has 7 floors. There are 100 snake gods (symbols of Cambodian culture) on it. Every year on Independence Day, the Cambodian king or his representative will hold a grand celebration here. Many visiting foreign heads of state also come here to lay wreaths.

Things to note when traveling in Cambodia

1. Time difference: Cambodia is one hour behind Beijing time.

2. Currency: In Cambodia, US dollars and Cambodian dollars (riels) are commonly used. It is recommended to carry an appropriate amount of Cambodian currency with you for easy use in markets, vendors, etc.

3. Climate: Cambodia has a hot and humid climate, with large temperature differences between morning and evening, and strong winds at night. It is recommended to bring a jacket with you, just in case.

4. Religious etiquette: Buddhism is the state religion of Cambodia, and monks and monk kings are generally respected. When entering a Buddhist temple to visit, you must dress neatly and take off your hat and shoes. Avoid touching people's heads with your hands.

5. Etiquette: The common etiquette of Heshi is to put the two palms together in front of the chest, slightly bow the head, and the height of the fingertips depends on the identity of the other party. The higher the status of the opponent, the higher the height of the fingertips.

6. Language: The official language of Cambodia is Cambodian, but English is also quite popular in places such as Phnom Penh and Siem Reap Province. Both English and Cambodian are easy to use during travel.

7. Tipping: Cambodia is a country with a tipping system. It is polite to leave an appropriate tip in hotels, restaurants, taxis, etc. Customs officers continue to extort tips from travelers, and officials are working hard to stop this phenomenon.

8. Tourist attractions: Cambodia has many famous tourist attractions, such as Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh Royal Palace, etc. When visiting these attractions, you must respect the local history and culture and abide by relevant regulations.

The above content refers to Baidu Encyclopedia-Cambodia