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Country Name

Cambodia

Country Code

KH KHM

Country Calling Code

+855

Country Profile

Destination Cambodia, a virtual guide to Kampuchea (the local name for the country). The country is located in the southeastern part of the Indochina Peninsula in Southeast Asia, it is bordered by Vietnam to the east and south, Laos in northeast, Thailand in west/northwest, and by the Gulf of Thailand in west. With an area of 181,000 kmē Cambodia is about half the size of Germany or slightly smaller than the U.S. state of Oklahoma.

Capital Name

Phnom Penh

Languages

Khmer (official) spoken by more than 95% of the population; some French still spoken; English increasingly popular as a second language.

Country Currency

Riel (KHR)

Time Zone

Local Time = UTC +7

Driving (Left/Right)

drives on the right

Population

1.62 crores (2018)

Country Area

181,035 kmē (69,900 sq. mi.)

Place to Visit

Kampot: The Scenic Riverside City Kratie: The Little Charming Town Sihanoukville: The Snorkeling Spot Siem Reap: The City Of Ancient Ruins Koh Ker: The Temple With A Legend Phnom Penh: The Temple With A Legend Angkor: The UNESCO World Heritage Site Krong Ta Khmau: The Best Of Cambodia Koh Rong: The Paradisiacal Island Koh Tonsay: The Rabbit Island Mondulkiri: The Most Beautiful Province Central Market: A Surprising Place Preah Vihear: The Province With Lush Countryscapes Tonle Sap Lake: The Serene Freshwater Body Kep: The Province With Quiet Beaches Poipet: The Land Of Casinos! Battambang: The Lush Countryside! Preah Khan: The Royal Sword! Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum: For The Dark Tales Banlung: The Shopping Paradise Virachey National Park: The Wildlife Spot National Museum of Cambodia: For A Unique Collection War Museum: The Civil War Memorial Bamboo Island: The Busiest Island Landmine Museum: The Weapon Spot Bayon Temple: The Ancient Architecture Marvel Bokor Hill Station: The Quaint Resort Town Silver Pagoda: The Temple Of The Emerald Buddha Ta Prohm: The Temple Of The Emerald Buddha Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center: The Wild Spot Battambang Bat Caves: The Scariest Tourist Attraction Ream National Park: The Land Of Endangered Species Killing Fields: The Massive Graveyards Banteay Srei: The Sacred Spot

News

Agence Kampuchea Presse Local News in Khmer, English and French. Cambodia New Vision Official news published by the Cabinet of Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen. Khmer Kampong Speu Cambodian portal with local news. Phnom Penh Post Cambodia's daily English-language newspaper. TV CTN Cambodian TV with local and international news (in Khmer). KhmerTV Online TV from Cambodia. MekongTV Cambodian Television and radio channels. International News Sources BBC News Country Profile: Cambodia With links to Cambodia related news and background information. Reuters AlertNet - Cambodia recovery Reuters news. Human Rights Amnesty International: Cambodia Amnesty International Reports. Human Rights Watch: Cambodia Background Briefings.

Art Culture

National Museum of Cambodia The National Museum in Phnom Penh is the country's leading historical and archaeological museum. Cambodian Information Center About Cambodia and its people. Khmer Art History About Khmer artwork by the National Museum of Cambodia. Cambodia Culture and Information Site about Cambodia, Cambodian culture and Khmer Lifestyle. I1song.com Download Cambodian Music.

Economy Business

ourism, garment, construction, real estate, and agriculture sectors are the bacbone of Cambodia's economy. About 10% of the labor force, the majority are women, are employed in the garment and footwear sector. Tourism has continued to grow rapidly, about half a million people are employed in the tourism sector. But the country remains one of the poorest nations in Asia. The population lacks education and productive skills, particularly in the impoverished countryside. Phnom Penh Chamber of Commerce (PPCC)

Transport

Apsara International Air (no website) Apsara Air currently operates flights between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap (Angkor). Bassaka Air Bassaka Air operates also flights between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Cambodia Angkor Air The national flag carrier of Cambodia. Cambodia Bayon Airlines Cambodia Bayon Airlines is based in Phnom Penh, a subsidiary of the Chinese carrier Joy Air. Sky Angkor Airlines Sky Angkor's main hub is at Siem Reap International Airport, it operates flights to destinations in China and South Korea.

Tourism

Destination Cambodia: Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Battambang, Bayon, Mekong River, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Royal Palace Cambodia Tourism Ministry of Tourism website with information on tourist attractions, Cambodian events & festivals. Tourism of Cambodia The official Site for Tourism of Cambodia provides information and tools for tourist to Cambodia. Life in Cambodia Somewhat outdated guide by Rich Garella.

Education

Cambodia Rural School Project American Assistance for Cambodia (AAfC)/ Japan Relief for Cambodia (JRfC) are independent nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing opportunities for the youth and rural poor in Cambodia. Universities Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC) RAC was established in 1965, it is the national academy and university of Cambodia. Royal University of Agriculture RUA was founded in 1964, it offers a Master program in agriculture and related fields. Royal University of Fine Arts University of Architecture and Urbanism, Archaeology, Choreographic Arts, Music and Visual Arts. (in Cambodian) Royal University of Law and Economics (RULE) RULE was established in 1948 as the National Institute of Law, Politics and Economics. It currently is offering undergraduate degree programs in the fields of law, economics, accounting and banking. National University of Management (NUM) NUM offers degrees in Business Administration, Tourism and Hospitality Economics.

Visa Process

NOTES FOR CAMBODIA TOURIST VISAS: Maximum Stay: 30 days TOURIST REQUIREMENTS FOR CAMBODIA VISAS: One completed Cambodia visa application One passport type photo Physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page Non-USA passport holders must provide a copy of green card or US Visa and I-94 One copy of flight itinerary

Additional Information

Climate: Tropical monsoon with rainy season June-Oct. and dry season Nov.-May. Type: Constitutional Monarchy The Royal Cambodian Government (RCG), a constitutional monarchy formed on the basis of elections internationally recognized as free and fair, was established on 24 September 1993. Head of State: His Majesty Samdech Preah Baromneath Norodom Sihamoni. Natural resources: abundant natural bio-diversity, oil and gas, timber, gemstones, some iron ore, manganese, phosphates, hydropower potential. Agriculture products: Rice, rubber, corn, coffee, vegetables, cashews, tapioca. Industries: Tourism, textiles and garments, Beverage, Food Processing, rice milling, fishing, wood and wood products, rubber, cement, gem mining. Exports - commodities: clothing, timber, rubber, rice, fish, tobacco, footwear

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