Phnom Penh Once known as the "Pearl of Asia" in the 1920s, Phnom Penh, along with Siem Reap, is a significant global and domestic tourist destination for Cambodia. Phnom Penh is known for its traditional Khmer and French influenced architecture. Phnom Penh is the wealthiest and most populous city in Cambodia. It is also the commercial, political and cultural hub of Cambodia and is home to more than one million of Cambodia's population of over 13 million. History - Geography and Climate - Demographics - Cityscape - Shopping - Media - Transport - Education - Sports Sports Cambodia has increasingly become involved in sports over the last 30 years. Football and the martial arts as in the rest of the country are popular in particular. The martial arts of Bokator, Pradal Serey (Khmer kick boxing) and Khmer traditional wrestling have venues in Phnom Penh watched by dedicated spectators. The most prominent of venues in the city is the Phnom Pehn National Olympic Stadium with a capacity of 50,000. Built in 1964 it is home to the Cambodian national football team. Noted clubs include Hello United, Khemara and Military Police. |
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