Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia, located at the confluence of the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers in the southern half of the country. Between the 1920s and 1970s, this historic city was known as the "Pearl of Asia". Today, many treasures are still hidden, including numerous museums and cultural tours that allow you to learn more about the country's prodigious Khmer past. One example of a must-see is the Royal Palace. The Royal Palace and its Silver Pagoda. Visible from the Mekong River, its roofs and typical Khmer gilding will certainly amaze you. The palace has served as the residence of the king of Cambodia since its construction in the 19th century, when King Norodom I transferred the royal capital from Oudong to Phnom Penh. It is located on the western bank of the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers. There are many such treasures and you will always be impressed by the beauty of these buildings.