Standing tall in the heart of Phnom Penh, the Independence Monument commemorates Cambodia’s liberation from French rule in 1953. Its lotus-shaped design reflects traditional Khmer architecture.

Surrounded by wide boulevards and landscaped parks, the area becomes a peaceful retreat for locals — a place for morning exercise, evening strolls, or quiet reflection.

Come at dusk, when the monument shines against the sky — a beacon of national unity and hope.