Introduction to Cambodia
Beautiful desert-island beaches, jungle trekking in protected reserves, café-culture in a capital city full of complex history– and, of course, 1000-year old temples from...
Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is on the up. If you want a sense of Cambodia's future, then visit its capital. With young people pouring out of...
Tonle Sap Lake
Tonle Sap Lake is often referred to as the heart of Cambodia, it’s a giant, almost ocean-like, inland freshwater lake. The Tonle Sap River...
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville is the party capital of Cambodia. With long mainland beaches and small undeveloped islands within easy reach, it’s the most popular beach resort...
Kampot
Kampot is Cambodia's getaway. Although the coastline isn't developed for tourism, the province has everything else for those who want some clean country air,...
Battambang
Battambang is Cambodia's second largest city and the capital of Battambang Province. For those wanting a sense of "real" Cambodia outside the tourist bubbles...
Public holidays in Cambodia
The table below gives an overview of the official public holidays and festivals in Cambodia, updated for the year 2017.
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International New Year's...
The Mekong River
The Mekong River is one of the mightiest rivers in Asia. It is the world’s 12th longest river and it crosses through 6 countries...
The King and Royal Family
The current King of Cambodia is Norodom Sihamoni. Born 14th May, 1953. His official title is Preah Karuna Preah Bat Sâmdach Preah Bâromneath Norodom...
Religion
The motto of Cambodia is “Nation, Religion, King”. This gives some indication of just how important Buddhism – the national religion – is to...
