Phnom Penh is the capital and most populous city of Cambodia. It has been the national capital since the French protectorate of Cambodia and has grown to become the nation's primate city and its economic, industrial, and cultural centre. Before Phnom Penh became capital city, Oudong was the capital of the country.
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Founded | 1372
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Government:Governor | Khuong Sreng (CPP)
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Area:Total | 679 km (262 sq mi)
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Elevation | 11.89 m (39.01 ft)
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Population:Total | 2,129,371
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Population:Rank | 1st
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Population:Density | 3,136/km (8,120/sq mi)
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Demonym | Phnom Penher
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Time zone | UTC+07:00 (ICT)
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Area code | +855 (023)
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