Phnom Penh, the Capital City of Cambodia.Some important places and monuments in Phnom Penh:WATT PHNOMA small hill crowned by an active wat (pagoda) marks the legendary founding place of the Phnom Penh. The hill is the site of constant activity, with a steady stream of the faithful trekking to the vihear, shrines and fortune tellers on top, and a constellation of vendors, visitors and motodups at the bottom. Elephant rides available. The legend of the founding of Wat Phnom is tied to the beginnings of Phnom Penh. Legend has it that in 1372 Lady Penh (Yea Penh) fished a floating Koki tree out of the river. Inside the tree were four Buddha statues. She built a hill ('phnom' means 'hill') and a small temple (wat) at what is now the site of what is now known as Wat Phnom. Later, the surrounding area became known after the hill (Phnom) and its creator (Penh), hence 'Phnom Penh.' The current temple was last rebuilt in 1926. The large stupa contains the remains of King Ponhea Yat (1405-1467) who moved the Khmer capital from Angkor to Phnom Penh in 1422. Look for the altar of Lady Penh between the large stupa and thevihear. She is said to be of particular help to women............................................NATIONAL MUSEUMThe distinctive rust-red National Museum next to the Royal Palace was dedicated by King Sisowath in 1920. Over 5000 objects are on display including Angkorian era statues, lingas and other artifacts, most notably the legendary statue of the 'Leper King.' Though the emphasis is on Angkorian artifacts, there is also a good collection of pieces from later periods, including a special exhibition of post-Angkorian Buddha figures. Visiting the museum after rather than before a trip to the Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap helps lend context to the Angkorian artifacts. Multi-lingual tour guides are available. Souvenirs and books available. Photography is limited. The museum borders Street 178, aka 'Artist's Street' which is lined with local art galleries and souvenir shops. The Reyum Gallery on Street 178 is of particular note, exhibiting the works of contemporary Cambodian artists.....................................INDEPENDENCE MONUMENT(At the intersection of Norodom and Sihanouk)The Independence Monument (Vimean Ekareach) was inaugurated in November 9, 1962 to celebrate Cambodia's independence from foreign rule. Renowned Cambodian architect, Vann Molyvann was the architect of the monument. The Independence Monument now also serves as a monument to Cambodia's war dead. It is the site of colorful celebrations and services on holidays such as Independence Day and Constitution Day...........................................Details of other monuments in this video will be coming soon....
Don't cry, khmerstar. :))) Now we can go to visit our homeland anyday when we miss Her. :))) Thank you so much for your interesting in this video. :))))
khmerstar08(June 26, 2009 at 1:28 am)
~*~ Very lovely music..... Beautiful music....n make me wan 2 cry every time dat I heard dis song.....Thank u so much PromMukbuon 4 sharing a wonderful vdo w/us na ~*~PS~ we all miss ours homeland :(:(::(:::(::::(((
PromMukbuon(June 25, 2009 at 7:24 am)
You confused. That's not siem music and instrument....That's Khmers.
sxctanxxx(June 24, 2009 at 4:51 pm)
it's in thailand isn't it?cz it use thai music and thai introment
ishouldhaveknowu(June 24, 2009 at 4:19 am)
Please come back home.... Cambodia is always welcoming you.... d_(^_^)_b
komlang(May 8, 2009 at 8:36 am)
i really do want to see the methodology of the estimate,..somtimes you just can't trust these guys,..might be politically motivated
PrinceSokhornSokha(February 25, 2009 at 4:55 pm)
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khmerstar08(February 24, 2009 at 6:49 am)
^.^ Beautiful slide show!.... lovely music!... I love it thank u so much 4 sharing PromMukbuon ^.^
moniequa(February 18, 2009 at 2:57 pm)
I think national geographic was being generous they should've voted us as the last place because Phnom Penh is the dirtiest city I have ever been. So be grateful that the city got the second worst, it should've been the first.
khmermoon(January 11, 2009 at 8:11 pm)
Every time I heard this song I miss my homeland. There's no other places that's better my home, Cambodia. I miss you! my lovely country!
KaraokeKhmer(December 21, 2008 at 12:57 am)
I enjoyed it's luxuries, such as running water and 24 hour electricity, but my heart will always remain in the countryside.
KaraokeKhmer(December 21, 2008 at 12:56 am)
I enjoyed it's luxuries, such as running water and 24 hour electricity, but my heart will always remain in the countryside.
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