Sunday, January 13, 2019

Royal Palace - Cambodia


Royal Palace

The Royal palace which was established in 1860’s has been built to house the royal family of Cambodia. The Kings of Cambodia were the occupants of this palatial and beautifully crafted Palace. It is situated very closely on the banks of the two prominent rivers of Cambodia, The Tonle Sap River and the Mekong river.

What can you find there?
Ø  It has several buildings within the Palace campus with amazing Cambodian architecture
Ø  The Palace compound is divided in to four zones. South zone has the silver Pagoda, North side has the Khemarin palace, the central compound has the main Throne Hall and the west side has the Inner court, which is a private zone.
Ø  The Palace ground is strewn with colourful exotic flowers in different parts making the Palace extremely lively.
Ø  This well managed palace has several Frescoe painting which will leave the visitors in awe.
Ø  The emerald Buddha garners the maximum attention
Ø  There are several stupas containing the remains of the members of the royal family.

How to get to Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is centrally located thus, can be approached through any mode of transport.

More information about Royal Palace
Ø  It is a rule to keep your shoulders and knees covered during your visit to the palace.
Ø  A stay at the nearby hotels can offer a birds’ eye view of the Royal palace.
Ø  Photography is not allowed in a few sites.

Working hours:
Sunday to Saturday, 8.00am to 11.00am and 2.00pm to 5.00pm

Entry Fees : US$6.5 per head and US$10 for two guides




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