"Though palatial gardens existed in ancient times, small home gardens became prevalent only in the 19th century."
Vistas of the lake reveal a serene scene surrounded by palatial villas, tree-clad mountains, and quaint villages.
The fringes of the city are lined with palatial villas built by successful traders, who decorate them with garish statues of nymphs and angels.
Until his arrest last year, he lived in a palatial villa in the capital Phnom Penh, earning a small-fortune from gold and precious-stones interests.
