The Silver Pagoda, located within the Royal Palace compound in Phnom Penh, is one of Cambodia’s most sacred sites. While the Silver Pagoda itself does not have a unique food history, Cambodian cuisine in the vicinity is influenced by the cultural and spiritual practices of the region. Cambodian food, known locally as Khmer cuisine, has been shaped by the country's rich history and the Mekong River, which provides an abundance of fresh fish. Khmer cuisine is noted for its use of rice, freshwater fish, and a variety of spices and herbs, reflecting the nation's agricultural tradition and culinary influences from its neighbors.