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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Street 71, Sangkat Bueng Keng Kong 1, Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Located 500 m from the city centre, the gay-friendly Rambutan Resort offers accommodation in Phnom Penh. It features an outdoor salt water pool and modern rooms with garden or pool views. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
It is 1.1 km to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and 1.8 to Aeon Mall. Independence Monument is 2.3 km from the resort. The nearest airport, Phnom Penh International Airport is 10.9 km away. Airport transfers and shuttle services are available at additional charges
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Preah Monivong Boulevard (93), Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Located in Phnom Penh and with Chaktomouk Hall reachable within 2 miles, Club Excellence By Phnom Penh Hotel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.
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Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition Center is 5 km from the accommodation, while Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum is 3.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pochentong Airport, 11.3 km from Club Excellence By Phnom Penh Hotel.
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#235A, Street 19, Sangkat Chaktomuk, Khan Doun Penh, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Located 450 m from Independence Monument, Villa Borann offers accommodations in Phnom Penh. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
it is 600 m to Wat Langka and Wat Botum Park. The Royal Palace and Chaktomouk Conference Hall 2 are 1 km away, while the National Museum is 1.6 km away. Phnom Penh International Airport is 11.2 km from the property. Airport transfers are available at additional charges.
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The Villa Borann Restaurant serves breakfast daily, as well as light refreshments throughout the day. Cocktails are made using locally-sourced produce. Guests may also enjoy meals at the comfort of their bed with room service.
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#357, Presh Sisovat Blvd, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Panorama Mekong Hostel features a terrace and a bar. The property is located on Sisowath Quay along the riverside, 500 m from Royal Palace, 400 m from National Museum and 600 m from Chaktomouk Hall. The hostel features an Italian restaurant as well as free WiFi.
At the hostel, each room includes a balcony. The rooms come with a shared bathroom and a hair dryer, and some units at Panorama Mekong Hostel have a patio.
A continental breakfast is served daily at the property.
Speaking English and Khmer at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock.
Riverfront Park is 800 m from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Phnom Penh International Airport, 10 km from Panorama Mekong Hostel.
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Street Keo Chenda, Sangkat Chroy Changvar, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Strategically located, Sokha Phnom Penh Residence offers luxurious and elegant accommodation in central Phnom Penh. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at one of the 8 dining options or have a drink at the bar. Guests have complimentary access to spa facilities at Jasmine Spa. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Featuring neutral tones, soundproof air-conditioned suites open up to views of the city or garden. The seating area fitted with an in-room safe and a flat-screen cable/satellite TV. Suites include a fully-equipped kitchen and dining table. En suite bathrooms include a bathtub and shower facilities, hairdryer, bathrobes and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are also available.
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The property is about 1.8 km from Wat Phnom and 3.1 km from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. It is 6.8 km to Chaktomuk Conference Hall 2, while Aeon Mall is 10 km away. Phnom Penh International Airport is 13.6 km away. The property offers airport transfers at additional charges while shuttle services to the city centre are complimentary.
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Level 8th , Unit 1-2-3, Vattanac Capital Tower, No. 66, Preah Monivong Blvd, Sangkat Wat Phnom, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia., Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Situated in Phnom Penh, adjacent to Vattanac Capital Mall, Rosewood Phnom Penh features rooms, 2 on-site restaurants and the skybar, Sora. Located around 500 m from Wat Phnom, the hotel is also 900 m away from Riverfront Park. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Rosewood Phnom Penh provides some units with river views, and rooms are fitted with a coffee machine.
à la carte and American breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of Asian dishes.
Sisowath Quay is a 17-minute walk from Rosewood Phnom Penh, while Royal Palace Phnom Penh is 1.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Phnom Penh International Airport, 8 km from the hotel.
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This is our guests' favourite part of Phnom Penh, according to independent reviews.
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