Silver Pagoda Phnom Penh (Wat Preah Keo Morakot)
The Silver Pagoda sits inside the palace walls and is the temple of the royal family. It holds some of Cambodia's most precious treasures.
The silver floor & Buddha images
The pagoda's floor is laid with more than 5,000 solid silver tiles, and inside stand a 90 kg solid-gold Buddha encrusted with thousands of diamonds and a 17th-century crystal (Emerald) Buddha.
The Reamker murals
A 600-metre cloister wall is covered with murals (1903–1904) depicting the Reamker, Cambodia's version of the Ramayana. Walk the gallery in order to read the story.
Visiting rules
Photography and video are strictly forbidden inside the Silver Pagoda, and you must remove shoes and hats before entering. The same palace ticket covers it, and the dress code applies.
Silver Pagoda FAQ
Is the Silver Pagoda included in the ticket?
Yes — it is part of the same Royal Palace admission, together with the palace grounds and the Throne Hall exterior.
Can I take photos inside?
No. Photography and video are forbidden inside the Silver Pagoda and the Throne Hall; only the gardens and exteriors may be photographed.
Why is it called the Silver Pagoda?
Because of the floor of roughly 5,000 solid silver tiles laid beneath the building.