History
Preah Sihanouk province
First established as Kampong Som .The Som Rattan Port, the province was later renamed in honor of former King Norodom Sihanouk, who orchestrated the establishment of Sihanoukville city and the Sihanoukville municipality as this took place alongside the construction of the Sihanoukville Port, which commenced in June...
History of Wat PhnomNew Post
Wat Phnom is a significant and revered Buddhist temple located in Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia. The temple holds historical, cultural, and religious importance, and its history is deeply intertwined with the development of the city itself. Here’s a detailed overview of its history: 1. Origins and Legends: Foundation Legend:...
History of Preah Vihear
Preah Vihear is a historic and culturally significant temple located in the Preah Vihear Province of northern Cambodia. It is renowned for its architectural and historical importance and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here’s a detailed history of Preah Vihear: 1. Ancient Origins Early Foundations: The temple of Preah Vihear was...
Phnom Penh City
Phnom Penh Khmer: ភ្នំពេញ, Phnum Penh 'Penh's Hill/Mountain') is the capital and most populous city of Cambodia. It has been the national capital since the French protectorate of Cambodia and has grown to become the nation's primate city and its economic, industrial, and cultural centre. Before Phnom Penh became capital...
Independence Monument (Cambodia)
Independence Monument, or Vimean Ekareach as it is referred to in Khmer, is a majestic structure that dominates Phnom Penh city centre. Independence Monument was primarily erected to mark the liberation of the country from the French, who ruled Cambodia for almost a century from 1863 to 1953. Built in 1958, and inaugurated in 1962 during the regime of...
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