From Phnom Penh: Oudong Stupas & Silver Smith Village
ID: GYG11986-11986
Category:
Country: Cambodia
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Oudong is a stunning example of Cambodia's vastness - and bravery. Though bombed by the Americans and almost destroyed by the Khmer Rogue, its 30 foot 18-Cubit Buddha, partially broken, still looks proudly over its city.
At 07:15 AM, your Euro Khmer guide will pick you up from your Phnom Penh hotel or guesthouse and drive you to Oudong – home to various temples and three large stupas (places of prayer)
The city, now a UNESO World Heritage Site, was home to a succession of kings – you can view the phials at the three stupas.
The city’s most impressive structure is the Vihara of the 18-Cubut Buddha. 30 meter high, it is just about survived first the American bombings and the brutal regime of the Khmer Rogue.
On the way back to city center, you will have a set lunch at the local restaurant.
Heading back to Phnom Penh, stop at the silver smith village of Kompong Luong.
Highlights
- Enjoy a half-day Oudong stupas sightseeing tour and see the temples and stupas of this historic city
- See the 30 feet, 18 cubit Buddha - though partially destroyed by war - is a stunning sight
- Discover the three main stupas containing the remains of Udong's kings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You are required to bring and wear a mask
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
