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Added by Jopie, at 10 March 2017
Opening Hours
- Monday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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27 Reviews
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28 April 2018
Cambodia is so beautiful, this place really makes you think about what went on and how crazy and unbelievable the whole thing was, most of all how many people were killed. The tower with the trays of skulls the grassed over craters where the mass graves were, you can still see bits of material on the floor from the clothes they were wearing and an odd bone, then it suddenly dawns on you, that is not from a leg of lamb, its human. there are rooms with a communist feel, with film shows and photos showing some of the horror and tragedy that went on. it really makes you think how lucky you are.
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28 April 2018
The Khmer Rouge regime under Pol Pot was one of the most ruthless and insane regimes of the 20th century. Pol Pot's philosophy was that the rural poor were the true inheritors of the country and that anyone in the urban areas, of any class, were the enemies and needed to be cleansed by going to live and work on the land. Also, anyone with an education, or a professional job were the natural enemies of the revolution and needed to be purged.
In just over three and a half years, the regime killed around 3 million people, out of a population of 12 million. You could be taken away in the middle of the day or night for any reason, from just being related to someone the regime didn't like or trust, to being an engineer, a teacher or a bureaucrat. If you had soft hands or wore glasses, that was enough to mark you out as an enemy.
There were 'killing fields' all over Cambodia, but these were the biggest. Around 20,000 men, women and children were slaughtered here, out in the peaceful countryside, and their bodies dumped into mass graves. They're still not sure how many exactly, because more bones come to the surface every year.
It's a harrowing visit that really brings home man's inhumanity to man. Yet all around, there are typical rural Cambodian scenes. And at the centre there's a touching shrine to those who died there, which really highlights the scale of what went on.
Discussing our visit afterwards, we all agreed that "enjoyable" wasn't really the right phrase. Thought-provoking, yes. Educational, yes. And worthwhile, definitely.
So, if you feel you can't face visiting a place like this, I urge you to think again. It may upset you, but nowhere near as much as those still living with the consequences. You may think it will be too graphic. But for the most part, it isn't. It's a very sensitive subject and it's handled incredibly sympathetically - the audio guide is excellent in warning you when things might get too upsetting. And the site is more like a tribute to those who suffered, rather than a monument to the horrors that actually went on there.
Most importantly, hopefully it will make you think about how we can stop something like this happening again. Because without these necessary reminders of the despicable lengths the human race can sometimes go to, we could quite easily find ourselves going through the same horrific process all over again in another part of the world.response / report this review -
14 April 2018
One of the most memorable experiences in my life. The audio tour really helps explain the horrors that happened here only 40 years ago. I absolutely would recommend it. It’s very heavy and emotional but very worth it.
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18 March 2018
Wow. I'm freshly back in my rented condo after spending the morning at Choeung Ek and am still processing the experience. We, as a species, suck.
This memorial is well done. It's physically smaller than I was expecting, but much more of an emotional commitment than I was prepared for. Still, it's a must-see.
Get the free audio guide and take your time. We arrived just after they opened (used Grab and spent ~$9 on the trip, plus the driver waited nearly four hours for us and brought us back for the same price) and were thankful. Not long after that, tour vans show up. Even so, it's a quiet and somber place, so even large-ish crowds don't diminish the experience.
Be sure to tour the small "museum" and watch the video. You'll quickly ignore the cheesy effects and low production quality and soak in more of the terrible things that happened here.response / report this review -
20 February 2018
Really nice historical places. 6$ per ticket including an audio which will tell you the story about each stage. The audio will in 15 different languages, depend on what language you use. 3$ per ticket not including the audio.
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10 February 2018
Killing field we know about this horrors of the Khmer Rouge in the mid seventies but they really come to life in this Killing Field that is now a memorial place. An audio tour guides you past the horror scenes. Everyone with a right mind should see this. It is a livinf memory of should never happen again. Very impressive.
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27 January 2018
Well worth the cycle there. Makes you appreciate life, the audio is brilliant and sets the scene, you can go at your own pace. Went to the museum after and the same emotional impact.
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26 January 2018
A very powerful, if harrowing, experience. No attempts have been made to tone down the horrific incidents that took place here.
The audio guides are a must, to listen to accounts of survivors and perpetrators brings a new perspective.
It is common to see visitors overwhelmed and teary, and parts of the place can be truly terrifying. However, it is one place you should not miss visiting at any cost. If you have only one day in Phnom Penh, this is where you should be going.
You should have at least an hour to spend here to fully appreciate it.response / report this review -
14 January 2018
A place worth visiting though it's a little bit far from center town. It allows us to contemplate the meaning of life and how we should respect and love each other. The vocal tour is excellent designed which you can deeply know the history there and vividly go back to the near period. If you come to capital and want to know more about this country, you should come here with hesitation but remember to bring respect.
Meanwhile, you can walk around the beautiful lake and stop for a while to listen the stories. I do believe it may change the way you face your life. You will more cherish it and find more value to make it more meaning than before.response / report this review -
29 December 2017
A must do in Cambodia. Peaceful and beautiful place, it is hard to imagine all the horror that happened here. The audio guide is included in the ticket price ($6) and it is well done. It took me 2 hours to do all the track but it could be done in less time. Add half an hour if you want to visit the small museum and read all the porters. Tuk Tuk from the city to there and back was $10 without bargain. The driver waited us outside. There are many places to eat there, but I didn't try them.
I found very useful to come here after doing the S21 first, as it explains better the history of the Khmer Rouge and you'll understand better while walking in the killing fields.response / report this review -
12 December 2017
Excellent audio tour. A must visit to understand Cambodia's recent history. This was less harrowing than S21 (probably due to the wild chickens running around and the orchards), but the place is maintained as a way to pay respects to the dead whilst providing education on why genocide must never happen again.
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29 November 2017
Must visit if your in Phnom Penh or even in Cambodia at all. Very very hard hitting but there is no other way it should be portrayed. What really happened should be told.
It gets incredibly hot here so try visit morning or on a cooler day.
Headset are given in all major languages for audio tour.
Snacks and drinks outside.response / report this review -
23 November 2017
Worth visiting in your life. You can learn unforgettable history here. Surprisingly there are wild animals around here which makes a peaceful time there.
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22 November 2017
Sobering spot. Make sure you pay your respects here but prepared to be changed forever. Amazing how much evil certain people are capable of but also uplifting that it is now a place of peace and remembrance.
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18 October 2017
Really good. Best audio tour i have done. Price: $6 for killing fields inc audio tour spent about 1.5 hours there, but didnt watch the film or go to the onsite musium. Also went to the genaside musium after which was $8 inc audio tour. We traveled to both by tuk tuk for $15 round trip. Its a tough day as both are very depressing, but well worth it. Everyone there was very respectful.. not the place for kids who cant stay quiet.
Background on the subject is not needed as the audio tour will give you that.response / report this review -
08 October 2017
Did this in combination with the S-21 museum. One of the most impressive things I've seen in Cambodia. Highly recommend going!
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15 September 2017
Definitely worth a visit, despite being quite out of the city. The place is very well taken care of and the staff are friendly and helpful.
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03 August 2017
I highly recommend visiting this place. It tells a horror story which should not be forgotten.
The museum workers did a fantastic job. Entrance is only 6$, you get an audio guide (many languages), the path is very easy to follow, the guide is off a high quality and in the museum you can watch a short documentary.response / report this review -
15 July 2017
Feels weird giving such a dark, depressing place 5 stars but it does a good job of explaining what happened here. Audio tour worked well. Prepare to be disturbed.
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02 July 2017
The atrocities that occurred here are difficult to ponder but it is important to know the history. Absolutely heartbreaking but this Memorial is done in a very tasteful and reverent manner Do the audio tour. $6 for audio. Bring an extra headphone and you can share and only spend $3 for second person.
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16 June 2017
This was where the prisoners to be executed were bought from S-21. I suggest you visit S-21 first and then go here, to understand the context better. This was the site of mass graves. There aren't many buildings as most were razed down. However the audio guide describes the function and location of each building. Fair warning that most exhibits you see will be of human remains, often with the trauma and the cause of death visible. Be prepared. Don't miss the extremely informative audio guide. Without it you would be just walking from one signboard to the next.
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07 June 2017
Really interesting and sad place. I knew some about the Khmer Rouge, but this is much more detailed. The audio tour is quite good and I like the roaming aspect of the tour. I think it is an experience which you have to do while you're in Cambodia.
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03 April 2017
It was surreal, visiting this place. After all, tens of thousands people died here, killed in cold blooded manner. And you're walking across graves where all these people are buried under.
Even until today, you could still see bone fragments and the victims clothes poking out of the ground.
It's a scary and sombre reminder of what we're capable of, if the conditions are set just right.response / report this review -
30 March 2017
Visiting the killing fields is well worth the trip. I has an airy feeling about the place with many good displays that give good explanation of what happened here.
It is very terrible what went on here and it is very important that we all know what did go on so we can try and make sure it never happens again.
This visit was part of an Asia holiday and visiting other similar historical sites. We are pleased we came here and know more about what happened.
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29 March 2017
I would suggest visiting the Killing Fields of Pol Pot first and then afterwards visit the S21 Genocide Prison Museum in one day. This is a very informative audio tour and memorial to the heartbreaking attrocities that were committed here by the Khmer Rouge. There are minimal displays to see here but signs at each stop to what was in it's place before or what happened. It is important to get the Audio Tour for $3 and will take you approx 2 hours to listen to the full tour. There is a movie that plays often as well as an introduction. If you are in Cambodia, I think it's important to take some time to learn about the not-so-recent history that happened here.
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27 March 2017
Interesting and impressing. And sad.. worth a visit, but you should combine it with the tuol sleng museum for a better picture of the happenings.
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17 March 2017
We found this museum and memorial touching and heartbreaking. What the Cambodian people suffered through must never be repeated (anywhere) and this site highlights the horror of the atrocities committed​ by the Khmer Rouge. The audio guide is excellent. At no point was the commentary anything less than deeply respectful for those that perished here, but despite this it remained objective and informative about what happened, and as far as can be explained, why.
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