Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
The Choeung Ek Genocidal Center is a memorial site located near Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It is one of the most notorious killing fields from the Khmer Rouge regime, which ruled Cambodia from 1975 to 1979. The site is a mass grave where thousands of victims were executed during the Cambodian genocide. Today, it serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed and a place for reflection and remembrance.
Visitors to Choeung Ek can see a stupa filled with human skulls, along with various memorials and information displays. The center aims to educate people about the tragic history of the genocide and promote awareness of human rights issues. It stands as a testament to the resilience of the Cambodian people and the importance of preventing such atrocities in the future.