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Know Before You Go: Visiting the Floating Villages in Siem ReapMake the most of your time in Cambodia with our top tips for visiting Siem Reap's floating villages.Read more

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9 Places To Learn About Khmer Rouge History in Phnom PenhLearn about the horrific Khmer Rouge era and how it shaped Cambodia at these historical sites in Phnom Penh.Read more

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Gilded roofs atop the Royal Palace mark Phnom Penh as the official home to Cambodian monarchs, lending a touch of romance to an ancient city buzzing with modern energy. Change is a constant: New skyscrapers jut skyward, cafés serve locally grown artisanal coffee, and art studios are everywhere. But amid the busy street are pockets of historical calm, from the National Museum of Cambodia to the Buddhist temple Wat Phnom.

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