A brief history of Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh was founded in 1372 by Lady Penh after discovering Buddha statues at Wat Phnom. The city became Cambodia's capital in 1434. The Royal Palace, built in 1866 under King Norodom, marked a new era of grandeur. Phnom Penh thrived during French colonial rule, faced Khmer Rouge hardships, and today is a vibrant blend of history, culture, and progress.
This site, KhmerWorld.info, is a tribute to that complexity. From the grandeur of the palace to the forgotten corners of the countryside, we explore Cambodia as a living archive—where every journey, no matter how modest, is a form of remembrance and reclamation.