I want to ask everyone why no one travels to Cambodia anymore?
by HarmoniousEscapes
May 29, 2024
Just came back from Phnom Penh, it feels like there are so few tourists, far less than the plane full of Chinese tourists when I went to Siem Reap a few years ago.
Do you still have interest in Cambodia?
In fact, Phnom Penh is much more prosperous than I imagined, apart from the higher prices, it doesn't seem as chaotic as rumored. Here's a Citywalk route in the city for your reference:
👣Wat Phnom - Central Market - Royal Palace of Phnom Penh - Mekong River
Except for the Grand Palace, there are no admission fees, which is very suitable for tourists to stroll around.
1️⃣ Central Market
Originally a French church, it was later turned into a market. The interior dome is very distinctive, and they sell everything, but just looking is fine, no need to buy.
2️⃣ Wat Phnom
A typical Southeast Asian temple, right in the city center, close to everything, not very big, just for a leisurely walk. If you have been to Angkor Wat, you will find Wat Phnom too ordinary.
3️⃣ Royal Palace of Phnom Penh
Probably the most worthwhile place to visit in the Phnom Penh city area.
Admission is 10 US dollars (really expensive).
The open part is not much, but the architecture is still exquisite, and there are few tourists. Feeding pigeons at the entrance is also nice. Pay attention to the dress code; tops should have sleeves, and bottoms should be below the knee.
4️⃣ The Mekong River is very suitable for walking, and there are quite a few people running in the morning. Watching the sunset is nice.
🏨 Hotel: Rosewood Phnom Penh
I just found out that there is a Rosewood in Phnom Penh, located on the top floor inside the Vattanac Capital Tower, boasting all the high-altitude scenery of Phnom Penh, with the entire cityscape and the world-famous Mekong River in view. The hotel is in an excellent location, close to all major attractions.
☑️ It blends modern and traditional styles, with both old money vibe and artistic sense.
☑️ The dining options are rich and varied. I tried the Brasserie Louis restaurant on the 35th floor and the dazzling Chinese restaurant on B1 for everyone. I love the Hong Kong-style roast meats and pig's trotter noodles, saying it's the best Chinese food in Phnom Penh is not an overstatement.
☑️ You must go to the sky bar on the 37th floor for a drink! The cantilevered terrace is really amazing, with the sunset and city night view in full view.
☑️ The hotel has its own tuk-tuk, no need to be cheated by roadside tuk-tuks anymore.
PS: Be sure to negotiate the price before getting on a roadside tuk-tuk; I think the security is okay, but it's still better not to go out alone at night; take good care of your belongings, if you have a camera, try to hang it around your neck.
Post by HarmoniousEscapes | May 29, 2024






















