Cambodia Facts
Cambodia is Asia's fastest growing tourist destination. After
about 35 years of non-stop war, this beautiful country is finally re-emerging
from the darkness.
Cambodia has so much to offer to international travellers in terms of a rich
cultural, natural and historical heritage. Not only are there the world renowned
Angkor Wat complex and surrounding temples steeped in history and mystique.
Relaxing tropical beaches, exotic indigenous flora and fauna, waterfalls, and
tropical forests all await discovery.
There's never been a better time to experience one of the world's most exotic, mysterious and fascinating countries.
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Country Name |
Kingdom Of Cambodia |
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Population |
14.8 million |
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National Motto |
Nation - Religion - King |
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Land Area |
181,035 km2 |
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Capital |
Phnom Penh |
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Government |
Constitutional Monarchy |
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King |
Norodom Sihamoni |
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Prime Minister |
Hun Sen |
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Important/Major Cities |
Siem Reap (gateway to the temples of Angkor), Sihanoukville (port and beach town), Battambang, Kompong Cham. |
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Languages |
Khmer native language, English and French as second languages |
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Religion |
Theravada Buddhism(95%), Islam(4%), Christianity, Animism |
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Currency |
Riel (US$1=4000R). US dollars are as commonly used as Riel |
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Voltage |
220v/50Hz |
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Time |
GMT+ 7 hours |
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Country Code |
+855 |
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People |
Khmer (90 to 95%), with the remainder being Chinese, Vietnamese, Cham or about one dozen other smaller ethnic groups. |
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Visa |
US$20 for one month, issued at most borders and all airports |