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Golden Hour at the Fan-Shaped Hall

Watch the sun dip below the horizon from the iconic Chaktomouk Conference Hall, framed by the Mekong’s calm waters.

Best time: 17:24About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:55

    Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant

    Start with a quiet, plant-based lunch at Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant. The menu is simple, and you order by writing item numbers on a provided sheet. It is open and ready for you well before the evening rush.

  2. 16:55

    Royal Palace Park

    Walk seven minutes northwest to Royal Palace Park. It is a short, easy stroll that lets you stretch your legs and soak in the local atmosphere before the main event. The park is open and accessible during this time.

  3. 17:55

    Chaktomouk Conference Hall

    Arrive at the Chaktomouk Conference Hall for sunset. The fan-shaped structure is a landmark of Phnom Penh, and the view of the sun setting toward the WSW is the highlight of your afternoon.

Local tip

Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant is open from 07:00 to 20:00, so you have plenty of time to enjoy your meal. Royal Palace Park is a short walk from the restaurant, making the transition smooth and relaxed.

Check before you go

  • Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant operates from 07:00 to 20:00 daily.
  • The sun sets at 17:55 on January 15, with golden light starting at 17:24.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Phnom Penh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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