• Udong Mountain - Located in Oudong, Cambodia, this site features a stupa constructed in 2002 by King Norodom Sihanouk on Oudong Hill. The New Preah Sakyamoni Chedi houses a sacred relic of Buddha.

Oudong served as Cambodia’s capital for nearly 250 years until the capital was moved to Phnom Penh in 1866. During this time, Cambodia’s territory was highly sought after by neighboring Thailand and Vietnam, alternating control between the two. This era marked a challenging period in Khmer history.

Over 20 Khmer Kings ruled from Oudong. In the mid-19th century, King Ang Duong endeavored to lift the nation from poverty by constructing canals, bridges, and numerous pagodas in the Oudong region. Concerned about the potential division of his country by its neighbors, the King sought protection from France.

• Phnom Udong - Ascend the stairs to the summit of Oudong Mountain to enjoy breathtaking views of the plains below. A guide will share insights into the area’s history, architecture, and the religious culture of Cambodia. Take your time to appreciate the stunning vistas. After a brief trek, savor a traditional Khmer lunch at a picnic hut at the hill’s base.
• Preah Sakyamoni Chedi - On the sacred hill’s slopes, various Buddha shrines and statues can be found. These were heavily damaged or destroyed during the Khmer Rouge era in 1977, but some have since been reconstructed. At the hill’s base, a memorial holds the remains of some Khmer Rouge victims. Chinthes guard the entrance to the sacred hill.

Oudong Hill is a popular weekend picnic spot for Phnom Penh residents, with several picnic areas at the hill’s base.

In the nearby region, close to Tonle Sap, some villages are known for jewelry making, a tradition stemming from the royal court’s historical presence in Oudong.

• Oudong Temple - After exploring the temples and stupas atop the mountain, descend to the base and turn left at the large billboard. Here, a cluster of picnic huts awaits. On weekends, many people from Phnom Penh gather to enjoy roast chicken, fish, and palm fruit in the cool forest. Near the path at the mountain’s base, a memorial commemorates the area’s tragic past, containing bones from a large Khmer Rouge killing field.
• Wat Phnom - Wat Phnom, a symbol of Phnom Penh, stands prominently on an artificial 88.5 ft (27 meter) hill near the Tonle Sap River in the city’s northeast. Legend tells of Daun Penh, a wealthy widow, who discovered a large koki tree in the river. Inside, she found four bronze Buddha statues (and possibly a stone Vishnu statue) and built a shrine to protect them. This site became sacred, where people prayed for luck and success. Another story suggests King Ponhea Yat established the sanctuary when he moved the capital from Angkor to Phnom Penh in 1422. The stupa west of the sanctuary contains the king’s ashes.
• Independence Monument - This Angkorian-style tower, a unique landmark in the city center, was built in 1958 to commemorate Cambodia’s Independence Day on November 9, 1953, after gaining independence from French rule. The monument, designed by Cambodian architect Vann Molyvann, is shaped like a lotus and serves as a memorial for Cambodia’s patriots who died for the country. It was inaugurated on November 9, 1962, and also honors Cambodia’s war dead.
• Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk - The statue of national hero King Father Norodom Sihanouk was completed in 2013 and inaugurated on October 11 of the same year, just days before the anniversary of his passing. The late King Father Norodom Sihanouk died on October 15, 2012, at age 89 in Beijing, due to a heart attack after battling hypertension, diabetes, and various cancers.
• Royal Palace - Constructed over a century ago, the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh serves as the residence of the King of Cambodia, his family, and foreign dignitaries. It is a venue for court ceremonies and rituals and symbolizes the Kingdom. It remains the Cambodian home of King Norodom Sihamoni and former King Norodom Sihanouk. The Royal Palace complex, along with the ‘Silver Pagoda’ compound, includes several buildings, structures, and gardens within 500x800 meter walled grounds overlooking a riverfront park. The high sculpted wall and golden spired Chanchhaya Pavilion mark the Palace’s approach, standing out against the riverfront skyline. Inside, the high walls silence street sounds, and the Royal buildings rise like ornate islands from the tranquil, manicured tropical gardens.
• Silver Pagoda - Adjacent to the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh is separated by a walled walkway but within the same larger compound. Officially named Wat Preah Keo Morokat, meaning ‘The Temple of the Emerald Buddha,’ it is commonly known as the ‘Silver Pagoda’ due to its solid silver floor tiles. The pagoda compound includes several structures and gardens, with the main building being Wat Preah Keo Morokat, along with a library, various stupas, shrines, monuments, minor buildings, and the Reamker galleries.

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Included all entrance fees
• Private AC transportation
• Complimentary bottled water
• Hand cold towel service
• Private English-speaking tour guide

• Lunch and drinks are not clearly mentioned
• Personal Expend
• Surcharge For Special Request On Drinks And Meals

Travel by private vehicle over scenic to Cambodia’s former capital, Oudong, about 39km from Phnom Penh. The ride passes rural villages, local pagodas, and scenic rice paddies before reaching the main hill of Oudong. On the way, visit a family that is producing palm sugar at their house.Then, climb the stairs to the top of Oudong Mountain and enjoy magnificent views over the plains below. Your guide will explain the history of the area and its buildings the religious culture of Cambodia. On the way back to Phnom Penh stop to visit the village of Kompong Luong, famous for its silverwork. After arrived to Phnom Penh, see Wat Phnom Duan Penh where is the latest capital city of Phnom Penh City. Then, move to Royal Palace where is the residence of Royal family and next to Silver Pagoda. At the last stop, go to see the largest Independence Monument of Cambodia and also the Statue of Father King Norodom Sihanouk. At the end, your tour guide will drop you at your hotel and say ‘Good Bye’.

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