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Independence Monument

Monument · Phnom Penh ·

Independence Monument

Monument · Phnom Penh ·

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Backpacking Cambodia: 3 Suggested Itineraries for 2025

"Designed by architect Vann Molyvann and inaugurated in 1958, the Independence Monument marks Cambodia’s independence from French rule, serves as a de facto war memorial, and is one of Phnom Penh’s biggest landmarks and a good place to start the day." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/cambodia-travel-itineraries/

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Landmark 1958 lotus-shaped tower celebrating Cambodia's independence

historical site

independence monument

architectural design

photo spot

traffic circle

challenging to access

wheelchair accessible

impressive structure

Norodom Blvd, 41, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

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Information

Landmark 1958 lotus-shaped tower celebrating Cambodia's independence

historical site

independence monument

architectural design

photo spot

traffic circle

challenging to access

wheelchair accessible

impressive structure

Norodom Blvd, 41, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

Independence Monument by null

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