SCR Residence’s guidebook
City/town information
Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s commercial hub and is set to lead the Kingdom’s success and development. The city is known to provide the country’s most potential business opportunities.
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Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s commercial hub and is set to lead the Kingdom’s success and development. The city is known to provide the country’s most potential business opportunities.
SCR Residence is also an ideal place for long term stay, contact more for an instant cashback offer.
Sightseeing
The outstanding Independence Monument is one of the most striking landmarks of Phnom Penh. It seems to defy time not only in its architecture but in the way it stands serenely, unperturbed and untouched by the chaos that Cambodia has witnessed since it was completed.
The Independence Monument at the intersection of Norodom and Sihanouk Boulevards in Phnom Penh.
This magnificent reinterpretation of ancient Khmer architecture was built with modern construction techniques using reinforced concrete. It integrates the complex proportions and decorative elements that are inherent to Khmer tradition and transcends these sources of inspiration into a completely new creation. This is why it still speaks out as an authentic work of art.
Even if the inspiration came from Banteay Srei, "the jewel of Khmer architecture", this is no pastiche copy. A reinforced concrete platform supports the monument, founded on numerous piles that anchor it into the ground. The internal reinforced concrete structure was "clad" with the external decorative panels and nagas that are as beautifully proportioned as the seven tiers of the monument itself.
Instead of sandstone it was finished with crushed red marble, giving it a colour similar to Banteay Srei, though this is just about the only thing they have in common.
Grey Chinese marble was used for the steps and precinct and the "flame" was ordered from the best French goldsmith.
When we talk of the Independence Monument we think of the stupa at the junction of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard, but we must not forget the beautiful naga fountains, the lotus flower basins and the lay-out of the Boulevard itself that are all part and parcel of the design built to commemorate the retrieval of sovereignty without blood being drawn.
Sihanouk Boulevard was planted with trees and plants in a colourful design intended to evoke traditional Khmer silk and the magnificent flame trees still rejoice us with their scarlet annual blooming. The urban plan was the work of the Municipality, under then Governor Tep Phan, who organized a national competition for the monument, the naga fountain and the lotus ponds.
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The outstanding Independence Monument is one of the most striking landmarks of Phnom Penh. It seems to defy time not only in its architecture but in the way it stands serenely, unperturbed and untouched by the chaos that Cambodia has witnessed since it was completed.
The Independence Monument at the intersection of Norodom and Sihanouk Boulevards in Phnom Penh.
This magnificent reinterpretation of ancient Khmer architecture was built with modern construction techniques using reinforced concrete. It integrates the complex proportions and decorative elements that are inherent to Khmer tradition and transcends these sources of inspiration into a completely new creation. This is why it still speaks out as an authentic work of art.
Even if the inspiration came from Banteay Srei, "the jewel of Khmer architecture", this is no pastiche copy. A reinforced concrete platform supports the monument, founded on numerous piles that anchor it into the ground. The internal reinforced concrete structure was "clad" with the external decorative panels and nagas that are as beautifully proportioned as the seven tiers of the monument itself.
Instead of sandstone it was finished with crushed red marble, giving it a colour similar to Banteay Srei, though this is just about the only thing they have in common.
Grey Chinese marble was used for the steps and precinct and the "flame" was ordered from the best French goldsmith.
When we talk of the Independence Monument we think of the stupa at the junction of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard, but we must not forget the beautiful naga fountains, the lotus flower basins and the lay-out of the Boulevard itself that are all part and parcel of the design built to commemorate the retrieval of sovereignty without blood being drawn.
Sihanouk Boulevard was planted with trees and plants in a colourful design intended to evoke traditional Khmer silk and the magnificent flame trees still rejoice us with their scarlet annual blooming. The urban plan was the work of the Municipality, under then Governor Tep Phan, who organized a national competition for the monument, the naga fountain and the lotus ponds.
Neighborhoods
Toul Tum Poung 1 is more well known and commonly called TTP or Russian Market. It is one of the districts that makes up the large Chamkarmon (Khan) and it has become increasingly popular, maintaining a certain amount of Cambodian charm, a neighborhood feel and a range of easily accessible amenities.
There is also nearby Toul Tum Poung 2 but TTP is more well known and popular, and is one of the most rapidly changing Phnom Penh neighbourhoods. Because of this, it’s an exciting place for expat’s craving diversity. With plentiful dining and drinking options, cafes, means to exercise and of course the famous Russian Market at its epicenter.
The district is also home to several international schools, medical centres and supermarkets catering for a diverse local and expat community.
Toul Tum Poung 1 is also experiencing the effects of a rapidly developing city, and new build condos and modern serviced apartments like SCR Residence have sprung up in the area.
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Toul Tum Poung 1 is more well known and commonly called TTP or Russian Market. It is one of the districts that makes up the large Chamkarmon (Khan) and it has become increasingly popular, maintaining a certain amount of Cambodian charm, a neighborhood feel and a range of easily accessible amenities.
There is also nearby Toul Tum Poung 2 but TTP is more well known and popular, and is one of the most rapidly changing Phnom Penh neighbourhoods. Because of this, it’s an exciting place for expat’s craving diversity. With plentiful dining and drinking options, cafes, means to exercise and of course the famous Russian Market at its epicenter.
The district is also home to several international schools, medical centres and supermarkets catering for a diverse local and expat community.
Toul Tum Poung 1 is also experiencing the effects of a rapidly developing city, and new build condos and modern serviced apartments like SCR Residence have sprung up in the area.