Known collectively as the National Sports Complex, the Olympic Stadium is a striking example of 1960s 'New Khmer' architecture and includes a sports arena and facilities for boxing, gymnastics, volleyball and other sports. Turn up after 5pm to see countless football matches, pétanque duels or badminton games. It's also a popular spot for sunrise or sunset mass musical aerobics.
A magnificent construction that lives with a constant threat of destruction, the Olympic Stadium is a metaphor for the short-sighted mindlessness, grubbiness and political manoeuvring that attend a great deal of Phnom Penh urban “planning”. Better get there while you can before the lumpen barbarians win.
The National Olympic Stadium (Khmer: ពហុកីឡាដ្ឋានជាតិអូឡាំពិក) is a multi-purpose stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It has a capacity of 63,000. Despite its name, the stadium has never hosted an Olympic Games.
Construction on the National Sports Complex started in 1963 and was completed in 1964. Designer Vann Molyvann made use of massive earthworks to create the stadium, digging up 500,000 cubic meters of earth to shape the grounds.
The stadium might have been built to host the 1963 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games, but the games were cancelled due to political problems in Cambodia. There was also the short-lived GANEFO games, that were held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia in November 25~December 6, 1966 and were named 'First Asian GANEFO'. The stadium did play host to appearances by visiting dignitaries and state occasions, and was the home of Cambodia's national athletics teams.
The stadium played a small part in the 1966 FIFA World Cup. Unexpectedly, North Korea faced Australia in a qualifier. Because North Korea lacked diplomatic relations with most countries, finding a suitable venue for the match proved difficult, until Head of State Norodom Sihanouk, an ally of Kim Il-sung, said the matches could be held in Phnom Penh. The matches attracted 40,000 fans, with Sihounouk decreeing half would cheer for Australia, while the other half cheered the Koreans. The matches were held on 21 November 1965 and on 24 November 1965 with North Korea winning both (6–1 and 3–1). Because South Korea and all African teams had withdrawn in protests against FIFA, North Korea were thus directly qualified to the final tournament, where they reached the quarter-final.
Among the facilities are Olympic-size pools for swimming and diving and an indoor volleyball court with a capacity of up to 8,000, now known as the Olympic Stadium Indoor Arena.
During the Khmer Rouge era, the stadium was used as an execution site where officials of the Khmer Republic formerly led by Lon Nol were killed.
In the decades following the Khmer Rouge era, the stadium facilities fell into disrepair. In 2000 the stadium complex was redeveloped by a Taiwanese firm, the Yuanta Group, which refurbished the stadium but also redeveloped parcels of the complex into condominiums and commercial properties.
As of 2007, the stadium has come to be a popular attraction for Phnom Penh residents, who attend daily exercise sessions, as well as football games and other activities.
In May 2007, the Irish singer Ronan Keating performed in concert in the stadium's Indoor Arena, the first concert by a major international act.
In November–December 2007, the World Organization Volleyball for Disabled held its world cup in the stadium's Indoor Arena, the first major international sporting event in Cambodia in more than 40 years. Cambodia, seeded fourth in the world, finished third.
In 2010 the stadium hosted all the football matches for the Cambodian Premier League, known for sponsorship purposes as the Metfone C-League.
The 2023 Southeast Asian Games will not be held at the Olympic Stadium, but at a new stadium under construction in another part of Phnom Penh, to be known as the Morodok Techo National Sports Complex.
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Overlooking the Mekong River and Tonle Sap, The Quay Boutique Hotel is located in Phnom Penh. Boasting modern décor, it offers spacious accommodation, a rooftop terrace and free Wi-Fi.
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Located in the BKK 1 district in Phnom Penh, 1 km from Royal Palace Phnom Penh, Feliz Urban Hotel features an accommodation with easy access to Phnom Penh’s attractions. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free secured parking is available on site.
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Kuch Oudom Hotel is a 3-star property, centrally located in Phnom Penh. The property is located a 9-minute walk from Vattanac Capital and a 5-minute walk from Wat Phnom. Tonle Sap River is only a 4-minute walk from the property. Free WiFi is provided.
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Offering a terrace overlooking views of the city, including Wat Lanka and Independence Monument, Feliz Hostel Cafe & Bar is set in Phnom Penh. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the rooftop bar. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.
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It is 400 m to Wat Lanka and Independence Monument, while Wat Botum Park is 1.3 km away. Royal Palace and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum are 1.5 km from Feliz Hostel Cafe & Bar. The nearest airport is Phnom Penh International Airport, 11.1 km from the property.
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egency Square, 296 Blvd Mao Tse Tuong, Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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The Great Duke Phnom Penh Hotel offers accommodation in the heart of Phnom Penh. It boasts an outdoor swimming pool lined with lounge chairs and a spa centre. Guests can enjoy meals from 3 dining options or a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available in public areas.
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For meals, Regency Cafe offers varieties of local and international dishes. Buffet breakfast can be enjoyed every morning. Authentic Cantonese dishes can be sampled at Xiang Place restaurant. Guests can also relax with a glass of your favourite drink and snack at Lobby Bar & Lounge. 24-hour room service is provided.
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Located in Phnom Penh and with Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum reachable within 4.1 km, SYPHON HOTEL & APARTMENT provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a barbecue and to a sauna. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and organising tours for guests.
Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a bath and a hot tub. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
At SYPHON HOTEL & APARTMENT guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub.
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Guest Name: Mrs. Tri Agustin
Country: Indonesia
City: Tangerang Selatan
N.of Person: 4 pax
Travel date: 1983-08-12
Booked: Angkor Stunning Hot Air Balloon
Tour Style: Tour Activities
Duration: 30 Mins
