Discover true opulence with a visit to the Silver Pagoda. Named for its lavish floor, which is adorned with an astounding five tonnes of silver, the Silver Pagoda is a dazzling display of Khmer craftsmanship. Ascend the Italian marble staircase to view the Emerald Buddha, a Baccarat-crystal sculpture seated atop a gilded pedestal. A solid-gold, life-sized Buddha studded with 2086 diamonds competes for attention, while intricate masks, gold Buddhas and many more bejewelled objects tell the story of the Khmer civilisation and Cambodia’s cultural wealth
