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Phnom Penh is the largest city in Cambodia and is also its capital. Once a city where only the most adventuresome of tourists would venture, Phnom Penh has undergone many changes. Although it still has not lost its edgy appeal- its sheer Asian-ness, the westernised incarnation of Phnom Penh comes across as less of a culture shock to tourists. High rise buildings have become a common sight in the urban areas, where splendid architectural structures dating to the colonial era offer an elegant contrast. While there are a number of tourist sights to visit, Phnom Penh is foremost an experiential place encouraging visitors to touch, feel and explore. The quad bike tours provide a popular and innovative option for intrepid tourists who want to get to know the outlying areas. Blazing Trails is one of the more renowned tours operating in the capital city. They offer several tour packages that one can mix and match according to interest or time constraints. A popular tour, although it may not be for everybody, is the tour of the Killing Fields. Lasting 2 hours, the ride passes through lush paddy fields and idyllic villages, culminating with a visit to the Killing Fields, a mass grave of the S21 prison. Some visitors even bring food, stationery etc to distribute among the village children. The Sunset Tour is a 90 minute ride along paddy fields, with riders passing beautiful bridges and pagoda's painted gold by the setting sun. The highlight of the trip is watching the sunset along a river while sipping on the sweet waters of a king coconut. Tourists with enough time to spare can opt for the Total Adventure package which amounts to an entire day of fun, and includes a delicious local styled lunch by the side of Lake Tonle Bati. Anxious first time visitors can rest assured that the infrastructure in the city has vastly improved, while return visitors will be delighted that the city has not lost any of its charm along the way. Travellers looking for a Hotel in Phnom Penh can try the Raffles Hotel Le Royal that will provide all the comforts and luxury found in the western world coupled with the authentic feel of staying at a local hotel,. This Phnom Penh Hotel is one of the oldest in the city and helps guests enjoy the magic and the richness of Cambodia.
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