Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh
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The Silver Pagoda (official name: Preah Vihear Preah Keo Morokat) in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, is the most notable wat (Buddhist temple) in the city, and is the official temple of the King of Cambodia. It is named for the 5,000 silver tiles which are used to pave the temple's floor. Its life-size Buddha image of solid gold is a popular tourist attraction.
