Just as worthwhile as visiting <a href="https://thetripguru.com/tour/siem-reap-angkor-main-temples-tour-angkor-wat-phnom-bakheng-sunset-more-full-day">Angkor Wat</a>&nbsp;or any of Cambodia&rsquo;s beautiful beaches is exploring Phnom Penh&rsquo;s genocide history. To understand the impact of the Khmer Rouge and their crimes against humanity is to understand the Cambodian people and the country itself.
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No trip to Cambodia is complete without this, which is why we&rsquo;re taking you by air-conditioned shuttle bus to the two most important sites in Phnom Penh, Prison S21 and the Killing Fields. On the way, you&rsquo;ll watch a documentary film and begin your learning experience.
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&lsquo;&lsquo;This place is an absolute must see to fully understand what happened and appreciate the people so much more&rsquo;&rsquo; &mdash; <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293940-d324063-r674486442-Tuol_Sleng_Genocide_Museum-Phnom_Penh.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jody, USA</a>
Starting at Prison 21, you&rsquo;ll have the chance to explore the exhibits and learn about the heartbreaking history from your tour guide. This was Pol Pot&rsquo;s secret prison, a place where 30,000 prisoners were held in unimaginable conditions.
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After this important introduction, we&rsquo;ll continue to the Killing Fields, which is one of the many sites where the Khmer Rouge used to execute citizens during their rule from 1975 to 1979. While it&rsquo;s hard to see and learn about, this sombre and eye-opening site shouldn&rsquo;t be missed. Afterwards, we&rsquo;ll transfer you back to your accommodation.
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&ldquo;Looking away raises the risk of repetition. Great work by the staff in helping in preventing these gruesome acts by education and reminding us not to take our freedom for granted.&rdquo; &mdash; <a href="https://en.tripadvisor.com.hk/ShowUserReviews-g293940-d324063-r675032976-Tuol_Sleng_Genocide_Museum-Phnom_Penh.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HV, The Netherlands</a>

Cambodia

Includes: Transportation, guide, water, Wi-Fi

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum(Prison S21) & Killing Fields Tour – Half Day

Just as worthwhile as visiting Angkor Wat&nbsp;or any of Cambodia&rsquo;s beautiful beaches is exploring Phnom Penh&rsquo;s genocide history. To understand the impact of the Khmer Rouge and their crim