There are many interesting things to do in Phnom Penh, such as visiting the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, shopping at Phsar Thmey and tasting local food. From Khmer cuisine to Cambodian shadows and drums, from royal palaces to floating villages and ancient stone temples, world-class entertainment highlights its people's rich heritage of rejuvenation. Central Phnom Penh is known for the Art Deco architecture of the Central Market and the tree-lined Wat Phnom, home to the hilltop pagoda from which the city is named. Nonetheless, the Royal Palace of Phnom Penh remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in Phnom Penh and one of the best tourist attractions in Phnom Penh. When visiting the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, it is almost impossible not to notice the Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Kaew), an imposing and luxurious building. From gleaming golden roofs to bright orange-clad monks, this stunning Buddhist temple brings your imagination of the country to life. Visitors to the country often visit the Angkor temple complex but ignore the beautiful examples of modern Khmer architecture hidden in plain sight in Phnom Penh. Wat Phnom, a popular traditional Buddhist temple built in the early 14th century, is one of the most popular places to visit in Phnom Penh in Cambodia. You will have the opportunity to gain experience about the history of the royal family in the country and the history of Phnom Penh with information boards and a guide available locally. The National Museum houses many artifacts from the peak of the Khmer Empire and remnants of Cambodia's great past. With ancient artifacts from the 1600s, cultural displays of Khmer dancers, stone busts of Buddhist figures, complete statues of Cambodian warriors, models of traditional Khmer houses, clothes and accessories worn by contemporary peasants, and more, the National Museum is a complete representation of Khmer culture. If you are wondering about the role Angkor Wat played in history and how it evolved from Hinduism to Buddhism, it is not hard to visit the National Museum. The Royal Palace complex is a must-see, but Phnom Penh is also a must-see for anyone interested in 20th-century Cambodian history, as it is home to two of Cambodia's quietest attractions. The most impressive sight in Phnom Penh, the Royal Palace is well worth a visit for its classic Khmer architecture, ornate gilding, and serene French landscaped gardens. This palatial palace is located by the river, where you can watch speedboats and pedal boats go by and take wonderful pictures of everyday life on the river in Phnom Penh.