Norodom Sihanouk Memorial is a statue of the former King Norodom Sihanouk located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The bronze statue is 4.5 meters tall and is housed under a 27 meter high stupa in the park east of the Independence Monument. The statue depicting the late king wearing a business suit cost about 1.2 million USD and took about 8 months to complete. During the day the statue was inaugurated, public access to the statue was tightly monitored while armed military police were stationed near the statue in October 2013. Norodom Sihanouk died on October 15, 2012 in Beijing, China, and survived by his son, current King Norodom Sihamoni, and his wife, Norodom Monineath.
The statue is dedicated to Sihanouk's accomplishment on liberating the country on November 9,1953 from French Protectorate in Cambodia.
A HUGE bronze statue of the late King Father Norodom Sihanouk was inaugurated on Friday ahead of the one-year anniversary of his passing, but opposition lawmakers stirred controversy by failing to attend the event.
The 4.5-meter-tall statue, housed under a 27-meter-high stupa in a park east of Independence Monument, depicts the King Father wearing a business suit. Costing about $1.2 million, Deputy Prime Minister Sok An said it took eight months to complete.
The ceremony was presided over by King Norodom Sihamoni and his mother, Queen Mother Norodom Monineath.
Prime Minister Hun Sen said on Friday the ceremony was intended to cement the former King’s position as the architect of Cambodian independence from France.
“I suggest that the next generation who leads government in the future must keep the day October 15 forever for Cambodian people to pay homage and consider [King Father Norodom Sihanouk’s] achievements for the country’s independence,” he said at the unveiling.
“I remember the late king father’s speech on October 31, 2011, calling for the Cambodian nation to keep its integrity, which shows the world that we are united,” he added.
The country’s former head of state, whose rule during the 1950s and 1960s is often referred to as Cambodia’s “Golden Age,” died nearly a year ago at the age of 89 after receiving treatment in Beijing.
National Assembly President Heng Samrin and other Cambodian People’s Party officials were also in attendance, but members of the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) were notably absent.
The CNRP is still boycotting National Assembly sessions as a protest against the disputed results of the July general election.
Following the inauguration, many Cambodians came to pay their respects. Than Sitha, 33, a street vendor, said she and her family would continue to remember the late King Father.
“We miss our late King Farther. He died one year [ago] but he is still on our minds. We saw the statue, and we felt like we saw him alive in front of us [again], to defend our country,” she said.
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No 53, Monivong Blvd, Sangkat Srah Chok, Khan Duan Penh, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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This hotel enjoys a central location in Phnom Penh and is less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Boeng Kak Lake. Phnom Penh Hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool.
Rooms at Hotel Phnom Penh offer city or pool views and have luxurious decor. The well-equipped rooms provide cable TV, air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities. Bathrooms are stocked with toiletries and bathrobes.
A variety of restaurants are available at the hotel. Buffet breakfast is served each morning, while Cambodian, Chinese and European cuisines are served for lunch and dinner. For those feeling more indulgent, in-room dining is available.
The Phnom Penh Hotel's spa provides guests with relaxing massages and beauty treatments. A sauna and fitness centre is also available.
Pochentong Airport is located just 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. An airport transfer can be arranged by request, or there is free onsite parking.
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28th Floor, the Bridge SOHO，Street #78 (Next to Australian Embassy）Sangkat Tonle Bassac,Khan Chamkarmon, , Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Well located in the Chamkar Mon district of Phnom Penh, The Snowbell Hotel is located 3.9 km from Wat Phnom, less than 1 km from Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition Center and 14 km from Killing Fields - Choeung Ek. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. Guests can chill out in the indoor pool.
Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. With a private bathroom, rooms at the hotel also offer a river view. At The Snowbell Hotel, each room is fitted with a seating area.
The accommodation offers a continental or buffet breakfast.
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Popular points of interest near the hotel include Royal Palace Phnom Penh, Aeon Mall and Chaktomouk Hall. The nearest airport is Phnom Penh International Airport, 13 km from The Snowbell Hotel.
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#33, Street 178, Khan Daunpenh, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Scodo Boutique Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, spa and wellness centre, a bar and on-site dining in Phnom Penh. Popular points of interest nearby include Royal Palace Phnom Penh and Sisowath Quay. Vattanac Capital is a 14-minute walk from the property.
At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a TV and a private bathroom. The units will provide guests with a fridge.
The daily breakfast offers Full English/Irish and American options.
Riverfront Park is 1.1 km from Scodo Boutique Hotel. Phnom Penh International Airport is 8 km away.
Daun Penh is a great choice for travellers interested in temples, museums and local food.
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No. 605, St.2004/Rd.5E, Sangkat Kakab, Khan Posenchey, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Located in Phnom Penh, 12.9 km from Killing Fields - Choeung Ek and 9.7 km from Aeon Mall, KOL House has accommodations with free WiFi, air conditioning, free bikes and a garden. The accommodations have a hot tub.
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Riverfront Park is 8 km from KOL House, while Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum is 9.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pochentong Airport, 2.9 km from the accommodation.
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#44, St Sothearos, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia (In front of Royal Palace),, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Set in a restored French colonial villa adjacent to the Royal Palace, Palace Gate Hotel & Resort offers accommodations in Phnom Penh with views of the Tonle Sap River. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the rooftop bar. Free WiFi is available in public areas.
It is 550 m to the National Museum, while Chaktomouk Conference Hall is 500 m from the property. Kandal Market is 950 m away and Independence Monument is 1.8 km from Palace Gate Hotel & Resort. The nearest airport, Phnom Penh International Airport is 11 km away. Airport transfers are available at additional charges.
Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms feature views of the pool or river. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.
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Featuring a bar, shared lounge and views of city, Dynsey Boutique Hotel is located in Phnom Penh, 3.2 km from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property is an 8-minute walk from Royal Palace Phnom Penh and 0.6 km from Sisowath Quay.
Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hair dryer, all rooms at the hotel have a TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also offer a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot.
Dynsey Boutique Hotel has a terrace.
There's a tour desk and bike rentals are available, while the business center has an ATM machine.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Vattanac Capital, Chaktomouk Hall and Riverfront Park. The nearest airport is Pochentong, 11.3 km from Dynsey Boutique Hotel, and the property offers a free shuttle service.
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Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
This property is also rated for the best value in Phnom Penh! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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