Monument
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Sulida
September 2, 2015
Was built in 1958 for Cambodia's independence from France in 1953. It stands on the intersection of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard in the centre of the city.
Chantheng
November 25, 2019
A place where you can start walk to the Riverside where most enjoy their relax time.
Cao
February 17, 2018
There's a nice park here that connects this area with the royal palace and riverside. great for morning and early evening walks!!
Ruwan
December 10, 2016
Not much to see here (takes around 5 minutes) but it's a point of interest. The walking area around here is nice for walks during the cooler hours of day.
Promsakada
April 1, 2022
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.
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 th…
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Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh