Aqua Expeditions Mekong: 7 nights from Ho Chi Minh with Aqua Mekong
Aug 8, 2025

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Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, the capital and largest city of Cambodia, is a very lively metropolis, known for its rich history, cultural heritage and the rapid modernization that has characterized recent years.

Located at the confluence of the Mekong, Tonle Sap and Bassac rivers, Phnom Penh is a city that offers a unique blend of historical richness and contemporary vibrancy. These characteristics make the city a fascinating destination for both history enthusiasts and more modern explorers. The city became the capital of Cambodia under French colonial rule in the 1860s. This period saw significant urban development and the introduction of French architectural styles.

Phnom Penh has gone through a phase of significant modernization which has led to the construction of new skyscrapers, shopping centers and infrastructure projects that have transformed the urban landscape. The rapid urbanization, which has characterized recent years, has meant that balancing modernization with the conservation of historical and cultural sites is a continuous challenge for the city.

For history lovers, the city offers many beautiful museums and places to visit. The Royal Palace, a complex of buildings that serves as the royal residence, is one of the main attractions. Another must-see visit is that of the National Museum which houses a vast collection of Khmer art, including sculptures, ceramics and ethnographic objects, which offer a vision of the country's history from prehistoric times to the present day.

Kampong Chhnang

Kampong Tralach

ll district of Kampong Tralach is located about 60 kilometers north of the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh, in the south-eastern area of ​​Kampong Chhnang province. Its landscape is mostly flat, dotted with numerous rice paddies, which during the rainy season are easily flooded due to the heavy and frequent rains. Most of the local population is dedicated to rice cultivation. Inside the district is a small village of Lovek. In 1431 Angkor Wat was acquired by the Ayutthaya dynasty and, after being sacked by the Siamese army, this small village became the capital of the Khmer Empire.

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, the capital and largest city of Cambodia, is a very lively metropolis, known for its rich history, cultural heritage and the rapid modernization that has characterized recent years.

Located at the confluence of the Mekong, Tonle Sap and Bassac rivers, Phnom Penh is a city that offers a unique blend of historical richness and contemporary vibrancy. These characteristics make the city a fascinating destination for both history enthusiasts and more modern explorers. The city became the capital of Cambodia under French colonial rule in the 1860s. This period saw significant urban development and the introduction of French architectural styles.

Phnom Penh has gone through a phase of significant modernization which has led to the construction of new skyscrapers, shopping centers and infrastructure projects that have transformed the urban landscape. The rapid urbanization, which has characterized recent years, has meant that balancing modernization with the conservation of historical and cultural sites is a continuous challenge for the city.

For history lovers, the city offers many beautiful museums and places to visit. The Royal Palace, a complex of buildings that serves as the royal residence, is one of the main attractions. Another must-see visit is that of the National Museum which houses a vast collection of Khmer art, including sculptures, ceramics and ethnographic objects, which offer a vision of the country's history from prehistoric times to the present day.