A street-side internet shop, mainly for locals. Internet access in Cambodia is generally rather slow and sporadic, but it is readily available in Phnom Penh. Internet cafes are plentiful in the main tourist areas. Costs run around US$2 per hour, although there are now quite a number of coffee shops with free wi-fi. Of course, the coffee will run you $2 or $3 as it is.
Phnom Penh is a great place to shop, with options ranging from name brand clothing to art and antiques. There are a number of markets around town, but the two of most interest to tourists are the Central Market and the Russian Market. Aside from these, there are several other areas worth a look.
Down close to the river, Sothearos Road just north of the Royal Palace is lined with small shops selling silver and carved “jade.
Like its neighbor Thailand, Cambodia's year is generally divided into three seasons: the "cool season," "hot season" and "rainy season." But for travellers from Europe and North American these might more appropriately be labelled hot, really hot and really hot and wet.
Historical Weather Patterns for Phnom Penh The cool season runs from November to February, and of course this is the best time to visit. High temperatures during this time are usually around 30°C (85°F) with night-time lows sometimes dipping below 20°C.
