Killing Fields, Phnom Penh

Name: Killing Fields
Address: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Telephone: + 855 23 305 371

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The Killing Fields are a number of sites in Cambodia where collectively more than a million people were killed and buried by the Khmer Rouge regime during its rule of the country from 1975 to 1979, immediately after the end of the Cambodian Civil War. The mass killings are widely regarded as part of a broad state-sponsored genocide. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 11°29'4"N, 104°54'7"E

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Phnom Penh Cambodia

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+ 855 23 305 371

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Killing Fields – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Olympic Stadium, Choeung Ek, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Khan Boeng Keng Kang.

5.2 miN
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Olympic Stadium, Phnom Penh
132 min walk • The Olympic Stadium, a cornerstone of Phnom Penh’s sporting infrastructure, stands as an emblematic venue in the heart of Cambodia's bustling capital. Conceived and constructed in the 1960s, this multi-purpose stadium was designed by the revered Cambodian architect...
~70 ftS
Infamous killing fields of Khmer Rouge
Choeung Ek, Phnom Penh
1 min walk • Choeung Ek, often referred to as the Killing Fields, is a poignant reminder of Cambodia's tragic past, situated just outside the bustling capital city of Phnom Penh. Now a museum, this site is one of the many throughout Cambodia where the Khmer Rouge regime executed...
4.5 miN
Museum in a former Khmer Rouge prison
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Phnom Penh
116 min walk • In the heart of Phnom Penh lies a somber testament to one of history's darkest chapters: the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Once a high school, the complex was transformed into Security Prison 21 (S-21) by the Khmer Rouge regime during its brutal rule from 1975 to 1979.
4.5 miN
Neighbourhood
Khan Boeng Keng Kang, Phnom Penh
115 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Phnom Penh, the bustling capital city of Cambodia, lies Khan Boeng Keng Kang (BKK1), an area known for its vibrant blend of tradition and modernity. This district has emerged as one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan parts of the city...
4.7 miN
Nightlife, Cinema
The Flicks Community Movie Houses, Phnom Penh
120 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, The Flicks Community Movie Houses stand as a beacon for cinephiles and casual movie-goers alike. This unique cinema experience offers a cozy, intimate setting for film enthusiasts to enjoy a diverse selection of...
3.9 miNE
Bridge
Monivong Bridge, Phnom Penh
99 min walk • Monivong Bridge stands as a vital artery in the bustling city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, connecting the city's central districts to the southern parts of the capital and beyond. This significant infrastructure, more than just a feat of engineering, offers a glimpse into...
4.9 miN
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Wat Moha Montrey, Phnom Penh
126 min walk • Wat Moha Montrey, nestled in the heart of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a temple that embodies the spiritual heritage and architectural finesse of the Khmer civilization. This serene sanctuary serves not only as a place of worship but also as a testament to Cambodia's rich...
4 miN
11°32'26"N • 104°54'54"E
Phsar Toul Tom Poung, Phnom Penh
102 min walk • Market, Shopping
3 miE
City, Area
Krong Ta Khmau District, Phnom Penh
76 min walk • Krong Ta Khmau is a developing district located in the immediate vicinity of the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. Its name, meaning "Black Grandfather," originates from the legend of an old, wise figure who had a significant influence on the local community.
4.8 miNE
11°32'51"N • 104°55'59"E
Ice Park Cambodia, Phnom Penh
124 min walk • Ice skating, Ice rink
5.1 miNE
Square
Tonlé Bassac, Phnom Penh
131 min walk • Tonlé Bassac is a commune of Chamkar Mon District in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Lying beside the Bassac River, the area has become a hub of development projects in the last two years, drawing comparisons with Marina Bay, Singapore.