Silver Pagoda | TravelDojo

The Silver Pagoda sits inside the Royal Palace complex in Phnom Penh and serves as a repository for Cambodian national and royal religious treasures. The pagoda building dates from the late 19th century and is notable for its silver-tiled floor and precious statuary.

The pagoda was constructed during the period of the French Protectorate in the late 19th century and has since been repaired and conserved, with the collection maintained as part of Cambodia’s royal and religious heritage.

The Silver Pagoda is located within the Royal Palace grounds in central Phnom Penh, adjacent to the Tonle Sap riverfront and other palace buildings.

Date and function: Constructed within the Royal Palace compound in Phnom Penh in the late 19th century, the hall houses national religious treasures and is an active site of royal ceremony.

What to See #

Silver floor: The floor area originally covered in thousands of silver tiles; many tiles are still visible though some have been replaced or secured during conservation.
Religious statuary: A collection of religious and royal statuary, including a long-standing green-hued 'Emerald' Buddha and a large gold Maitreya figure.

How to Get to Silver Pagoda #

The Silver Pagoda (inside the Royal Palace compound) is on the riverside in central Phnom Penh along Sisowath Quay / Samdach Sothearos Blvd. It’s within walking distance of the riverfront and Riverside district; otherwise take a short tuk‑tuk or taxi ride from anywhere in central Phnom Penh. From Phnom Penh International Airport the drive to the Royal Palace area is typically around 30 minutes (around 10 km) by car.

Tips for Visiting Silver Pagoda #

Go when the Royal Palace complex opens in the morning to avoid the midday crowds and cruise-ship surges along the riverfront.
Remember the Silver Pagoda sits inside the Royal Palace grounds, so plan for the palace entry procedures and modest-dress requirements; security or ceremonial closures occasionally restrict access to parts of the pagoda.
Take time to see the side galleries and small exhibition rooms inside the compound - visitors often only see the main hall and miss the gem and regalia displays housed in adjacent rooms.

Best Time to Visit Silver Pagoda #

For the Silver Pagoda, visit outside the peak tourist months (November-February) or go early/late in the day to avoid crowds inside the complex.

Peak visitor season (busy)

November-February · ~24-32°C

Highest numbers of tourists and sightseers - expect queues at the Royal Palace area and busier indoor exhibits.

Shoulder season (moderate)

March-May · ~25-35°C

Warm weather with fewer international tourists than the peak months; indoor displays are easier to view without long waits.

Low season (quieter)

June-October · ~24-31°C

Rainy-season months bring fewer visitors; indoor areas of the Silver Pagoda are relatively quiet, though the palace complex may have occasional closures or wet conditions outdoors.

Weather & Climate near Silver Pagoda #

Climate

Silver Pagoda's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1392 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 96 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryFebruaryDecember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

43°

Warmest Month

16°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

61%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

9 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

11.4h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

28°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

53%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

10 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 31°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 34°

54%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

31 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

26° – 35°

60%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

64 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

35°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

26° – 34°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

152 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.5h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

35°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 33°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

153 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

34°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

162 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.6h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

34°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

158 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.4h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 31°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

225 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (261 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 31°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

261 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

24° – 31°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

130 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.5h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

11.3h daylight

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