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Ancient temples, empty beaches, mighty rivers, remote forests ... and (outside Angkor) only a handful of tourists. But the word is out - Cambodia has emerged from the decades of war and isolation that made it a byword for atrocities, refugees, poverty and political instability. Those magical Angkor temples are drawing gaping travelers by the busload once more, and Cambodia is well and truly back on the South-East Asian travel map.

The successor-state of the mighty Khmer Empire - which ruled much of what is now Vietnam, Laos and Thailand - Cambodia boasts a rich culture, French-era (albeit a little weathered) capital and impressive natural scenery. The peace is young but relatively stable, and the country is slowly attracting the tourism currently sweeping neighboring Vietnam. However, the proliferation of land mines and banditry in remote areas means the picture isn't all rosy, and for now the beaten path remains by far the one best traveled.

Full country name :

Kingdom of Cambodia

Area : 181,035 sq km (11,224 sq mi)
Population : 12 million (growth rate 2.2%)

Currency

Local Currency : Riel (R)
NOTES : 100, 200,500,1,000,2,000,5,000, 10,000
US$/Riel Rate : $1=4000riel

Climate:

Cambodia has a tropical monsoon climate. The monsoon season runs from May to November. The most pleasant season is the dry season, from November/December to April. In the north, winters can be colder, while throughout most of the country temperatures remain fairly constant. There is often seasonal flooding in Phnom Penh and the rest of Cambodia in late July and early August, and travel may be disrupted at these times.

Festivals and Event

January 01
International New Year’s Day

January 07
Victory Day over Genocide

March 08
International Women's Day

April 13-16
Khmer New Year
The New Year Festival spans three days following the end of the harvest season. People clean and decorate their houses with altars of offerings. People play many traditional games at this time of the year.

May 01
International Labour Day

May 15
Visaka Bochea Day
Birthday of Buddha.

May 19
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
The Royal Ploughing ceremony announces the start of the planting season. The ploughing is performed by a man, King, who leads the yoke and plough, followed by a woman, the Queen, who sows seeds.

June 01
International Children's Day

June 18
Samdech Preah Reach Aka Mohesey Norodom Monineath Sihanouk’s Birthday

September 24
Constitution's Day and Recoronation Day of H.M. Preah Bat Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk

September 24-26
Pchum Ben Day

October
This is a 30-day religious festival when town and country folks march in procession to the pagoda where the monks are waiting to change their old saffron robes for new ones offered during the festivals. The ceremony brings spiritual merit to both lay people and the monks.

October 7-9
Water Festival, Moon Festival

October 23
Paris Peace Agreement on Cambodia

Oct 30-31, Nov 01
H.M.Preah Bat Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk's Birthday

November 09
Independence Day
The date Cambodia achieved independence from France in 1953 is marked by a parade of spectacular floats highlighting the nation’s achievements.

December 10
United Nations Human Rights Day
A festival of many traditional dance forms.

Visa :

Can be obtained at Royal Embassies and Consulates of Cambodia
Visas are available on arrival at international airports and Thai border check points.
Visa fee : Business visa : USD25, Tourist Visa: USD20
Airport Tax : International Airport tax: USD25

Customs

These customs are common throughout South East Asia.

Toilet : Squat toilets are usual. Toilet paper is rare - cleaning by left hand is the custom. Flush with hand bucket. Most Guesthouses have western style toilets, some even have toilet paper.

Bathing : take water from a water pool with a bucket and pour over your head. Most guesthouses have showers.

Left hand : Do not touch others with your left hand as it is considered dirty - see above for explanation.

Touching the head of others : It is quite insulting to Cambodians. Never ever touch with your left hand.

Tipping : Not customary.

Clothing : Casual dress is generally acceptable . However religious sites require that arms and legs be covered.

Footware (indoor) : Locals don't wear shoes inside houses or temples. Remove your shoes before entry.

Bargaining : Common practice in markets, street stalls, taxis, cyclos.