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Things to Do in Phnom Penh Province

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
The Tuol Sleng Genocise Museum is an explicit replica of the history that affected Cambodia during the 70s under the reign of Khmer Rouge. It symbolizes the darkened genocide period Cambodia has gone through before some years. Originally a school, the building was turned to become a prison and it houses the tombs of those victims and it still knows as the remnants of a Killing Field. The word Tuol Sleng means ‘Hill of the Poisonous Trees’. The prisoners were regularly tortured and beaten up and the museum possesses the graphics, pictures and writings came out during imprisonment of people which exhibit the extreme cruelty imposed by the Khmer reign. It is not advisable for kids to visit the museum. The entry starts at 07:00 AM and ends at 05:00 PM.

Location: Corner of Street 114 and St 350, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Price: $2 per person
Cambodia–Vietnam Friendship Monument

Built to commemorate the previous alliance between Vietnam and Cambodia, there is the Cambodia- Vietnam Friendship Monument. It is located in the capital city of Cambodia, Phnom Penh and the monument is one of the largest concrete construction of Cambodia. Botum Park near the monument gives it more tourist approach and the Royal Palace is also near to both these attractions. It has the heroic statues of the soldiers from both the countries along with an image of a lady carrying a child that symbolizes the Cambodian civilians. It has got a lot of political attention since many revolutions, rallies and political gatherings for many relevant reasons. The monument established during the communist government after the eventful Khmer empire got down of the throne has a glittering golden top.

Highlights: Statues of the soldiers, carvings and images of civilians, Botum Park

Location: Khan Doun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Price: Free

Must Checkout: Cambodia Tour Package For 4 Days

Phuentsholing

This historical city of Bhutan lies on the Indo-Bhutanese border and is home to some amazing sites. Situated at an altitude of only 300 metres above sea level, this is the perfect place to visit in Bhutan in December. While here, you can admire the beautiful architecture of the Bhutan Gate which also marks the entrance to Bhutan from India.

Also, spend time with the crocodiles at the Amo Chhu Crocodile Breeding Center or visit the historic Zangto Pelri Lhakhang. If you are looking for a more nature-based experience, you can spend your time at the Zangto Pelri Park or enjoy a picnic by the Torsa riverside.

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