Gold and Sandstone

The vibe of historical items gives chills. Could you fathom that these items are ancient ? Walk through the court yard of the Royal Palace in Phonm Penh Cambodia, and marvel at the exhibitions in the National Museum. These sites are perfect for: 🏵️ art and history majors 🏵️ story tellers 🏵️ poets or songwriters 🏵️ curious youth 🏵️ spiritual enthusiasts The best time is the morning time. Sip your coffee and prepare for a day of wonder. ✨✨✨ Location 1: Royal Palace Address: Samdach Sothearos Blvd (3) Phnom Penh Cambodia Admission: 10USD Notice: wear long sleeves and pants/skirts Enter in early and enjoy the serenity of green gardens. Smell the large flowering trees. In the shadows of the large palace buildings find yourself surrounded in gold. Check the details carefully to learn about local culture. Step up to the palace door and look inside. Has the king put on a special banquet? 🕊️🕊️🕊️ Location 2: National Museum-Main Hall Address: Preah Ang Eng (Street 13) Phnom Penh Cambodia Hours: 8:00-17:00 Admission: 10USD The exhibitions hold items from three time periods. They span from and are defined by pre Angkor, Angkor and post Angkor time periods. This includes items as ancient as the 7th Century. Walk clockwise around the museum to see the transformation of styles and mediums used to make fascinating sculptures. Many figures are cast in bronze or carved in sandstone. These minerals are plentiful across SE Asia. Connects the dots with sandstone carvings and trace the lineage of Buddhist art styles. #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #cambodia #Museumtour #travelasia