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The road trip from Battambang to Phnom Penh took 5 hours. We had a newish Ford Transit 'Bus', all done up inside and fitted out to carry 9 people plus 2 extra in the front - although those seats were occupied by employees of Mekong Express.
Our Driver was keen to keep to the timetable so we pretty much flew over the largely poor quality roads. As Des & I were in the rear seats we felt all of the bumps unfortunately.
We are staying at the Hotel Salita on Road 280, near to Sihanouk Blvd. This is a 3 star job and our room is a good size with fridge, keycard entry, Cable TV, air-con, electronic safe, bath & shower with the best water pressure and temperature yet. There is a Restaurant on the 10th floor with views in all directions over the City. Breakfast included for $22 USD per night.
Today (the 30th) was quite busy and hot. We covered a bit of ground and so I have split the photos into a few separate topics / locations:-
1. Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda (The best bits are inside the buildings where photogaphs are not allowed);
2. Flowers & the like around the Palace (and some other spots);
3. Wat Phnom;
4. The Russian Market & surrounds.
We hope you enjoy them.
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