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“The temple of the king with a lotus flower as a fence,” whispered a monk, his voice barely audible above the chanting emanating from the Sovann Bothum Pagoda. We are standing before this beautiful pagoda, a cornerstone of Phnom Penh’s spiritual landscape. Established in 1442 by King Ponhea Yat, the Sovann Bothum Pagoda has witnessed the ebb and flow of life in this vibrant city. It’s older than even the Royal Palace, harking back to a time when the area was little more than a lotus pond, hence its evocative name. The Sovann Bothum Pagoda has seen it all, from the reign of kings to the tumult of modern times. It’s a sanctuary of peace and a living testament to the enduring faith of the Cambodian people. And as you stand here, taking in the serene beauty of the Sovann Bothum Pagoda, you become a part of its ongoing story.

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