Grand Temples
Home to a mixture of Thai, Indian and Khmer influences, the city is home to many sacred temples, where a deep sense of Buddhism is still practised by local monks and civilians.
Located on the banks of the Mekong River, the resilient city of Phnom Penh is in the process of reclaiming its former glory as the ”Pearl of Asia”. Phnom Penh is a lively city, bustling with expats, tourists and locals alike. The city depicts a deep sense of spirituality and culture, evident in its sacred temples and palaces.
Cheap flights to Phnom Penh are now available for a limited time only, so book your flight today and experience the historic evolution and regal splendour this vibrant city has to offer! Phnom Penh is home to Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), a 20-minute drive from the city centre.
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Home to a mixture of Thai, Indian and Khmer influences, the city is home to many sacred temples, where a deep sense of Buddhism is still practised by local monks and civilians.
Peruse the central and Russian markets and tap into the local street food as you bargain for some handmade trinkets and rich fabrics. Experience informal singing and music parades by local groups along the riverfront.
Bear witness to the horrors of the Khmer Rouge through the eyes of key survivors. Tours to the Genocide Museum and Tuol Sleng Prison are not to be missed by history lovers.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | Cambodia |
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Currency | Cambodian Riel (KHR) |
Language | Khmer / English |
Hub Airport | Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) |
Airline | Cambodia Angkor Air |
Time Zone | GMT + 07:00 |
Travel Adaptor | Type A / C / G |
Peak tourist season runs from November to February when temperatures are a lot cooler and more comfortable to explore the temples and surrounds. Temperatures peak to 35°C between March and May, when many tourists opt to explore the coast, making this an ideal time to take advantage of dispersed crowds and lower rates. The rainy season, occurring between June and October, can present some challenges for outdoor tours and activities where roads can become flooded which hampers getting around. Should you find yourself in Cambodia during mid-April, you’ll experience the hype and festivities of the Khmer New Year where you’ll be greeted by excited, painted faces and splashes of colour and music adorning the streets.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 21°C | 22°C | 24°C | 25°C | 25°C | 25°C | 24°C | 25°C | 24°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C |
High °C | 31°C | 32°C | 34°C | 35°C | 34°C | 33°C | 32°C | 32°C | 31°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 6 | 8 | 32 | 70 | 151 | 150 | 155 | 158 | 228 | 261 | 121 | 31 |
Situated on the banks of the Mekong River, Phnom Penh was known as the “Pearl of Asia” in the 1920s. Since the 1990s, Phnom Penh has experienced booming economic growth among expats and tourists, paralleled with its rapid population growth, and it is finally overcoming a legacy of war and revolution.
The city boasts some of the finest architecture and spiritual landmarks evident in its temples and pagodas. The striking Royal Palace with its classic Khmer roofs and ornate gildings, dominates the Phnom Penh skyline. Within the Royal Palace compound is the extravagant Silver Pagoda, the floor of which is covered with five tons of silver. Visitors can take a full-day private tour which includes the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and other fine sites around Phnom Penh.
For animal-lovers, the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a large tiger population, and you can find elephants taking part in painting activities. Other animals include macaques, gibbons, deer, Malayan sun bears, crocodiles and a huge variety of birds from around Cambodia.
Those who want to know more about Cambodia’s turbulent past can go on a guided tour of the Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields with its 129 mass graves. A monument has been erected here that serves as a memorial to the approximately 17 000 men, women and children who were executed by the Khmer Rouge between 1975 and 1978.
No matter how long your stay, you'll be fascinated by the stories and people of this historical city.
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