Wat Phnom (Khmer: វត្តភ្នំ, UNGEGN: Vôtt Phnum, ALA-LC: Vatt Bhnaṃ [ʋɔət pʰnom]; "Mountain Pagoda") is a Buddhist temple in Doun Penh, Phnom Penh. The site features a …

Sep 12, 2018 · Built in 1372, the temple of Wat Phnom stands on the only hill in Phnom Penh, which lent the the Cambodian capital its name. According to legend, the temple was originally …

Feb 8, 2023 · Wat Phnom (Khmer: វត្តភ្នំ; "Mountain Pagoda") is a Buddhist temple (Wat) is a pagoda that symbolizes the name of Phnom Penh, a historical site in the record of Khmer …

The 27 meters high man-made hill became known as Wat Phnom. The Chedey and temples of Wat Phnom were renovated several times, in 1434, 1806, 1894, and 1926, and each year of …

Nov 19, 2024 · Wat Phnom, which translates to “Hill Temple”, is one of the most important and revered landmarks in Phnom Penh. Its history dates back to the 14th century, making it one of …

Sep 20, 2023 · Nestled atop a 27m-high, tree-covered knoll, Wat Phnom is the sole hill in the city. The origins of Wat Phnom are shrouded in legends, stories of divine interventions, and the …

Nov 4, 2024 · Established in 1372 by Daun Penh, a wealthy widow who discovered a log containing sacred Buddha statues in the river, this 27-meter-high sanctuary became a symbol …

May 19, 2025 · Wat Phnom is more than just a religious site—it’s a living testament to Phnom Penh’s origins and spiritual soul. Whether drawn by its legends, architecture, or tranquil …

Wat Phnom is a Buddhist temple located in the middle of the bustling capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh.

Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh, in the heart of Cambodia’s capital, stands as one of the most iconic and revered landmarks in the city. This ancient temple, towering above the bustling streets …