Discovering Phnom Penh: Cambodia’s Vibrant Capital
Cambodia is a country located in Southeast
Asia where incredible and significant historical events happened over the
course of centuries. Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia, sits in the
prime location on the coasts of the Mekong River, Tonle Sap River, and Bassac
River. As a hub of economy, culture, and education, this city carries a
monumental history that bridges Cambodia’s past and present.
Phnom
Penh was once a capital city in the 15th century under the monarchy system, but
it was then abandoned in the next century. During the French colonial era, the
city was established as a capital city again in 1866. European architecture
developed and influenced Phnom Penh. Despite the devastating Khmer Rouge
period, the city has remarkably recovered and progressed at an impressive pace
