Joy's Travel Tips About Phnom Penh
Population: 1,000,000
Currency: Cambodian Riel (KHR)
Time: GMT +7
Language: Khmer is the official language, but French is also spoken. And English is fast becoming popular among the younger generation.
Tipping: Not expected but welcomed in hotels and restaurants. Hotels usually add a 10% service charge, but feel free to be generous as salaries can be quite low. And best to tip your tour guides.
Shops Opening Hours: Most open Monday to Sunday from 8:00am to 7:00pm
Markets Opening Hours: From 6:00am to 5:00pm
Shops and market are closed on public holidays.
Internet:
Newspapers:
- The Cambodia Daily
- Phnom Penh Post (bi-monthly)
- Cambodge Soir
Duty Free: You can get past customs with a reasonable amount of tobacco products and alcohol . But import or export of drugs, firearms, and even some antiques and ivory are definitely no no.
Elevation: 39 ft
Average Annual Rainfall: 54.8 in
Average January temp: 79 degrees F
Average July temp: 83 degrees F
Tourist Information:
Address: No. 3 Monivong Boulevard
Tel: +855(0) 23 427 130
And finally, read more from travelers who have been to Phnom Penh here.
