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The year 2023, Cambodia will be the host of historical national and international events such as:

The Kingdom of Cambodia, formerly Kampuchea, is a Southeast Asian nation that borders Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Gulf of Thailand. The capital city is Phnom Penh. Cambodia offers an incredible amount of history and culture. It offers a wide range of scenic spots- ranging from the gorgeous National Parks to the pristine beaches and relaxing islands, the flavours of Cambodia are not only in the exotic cuisines, but also its overall ambience.

Tourism

Travel Advisory

People in Cambodia are well-known for their hospitality and warmth. Out of respect, visitors to the Kingdom should take care to observe local customs and practices. You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with the following common dos and don’ts before embarking on your trip to Cambodia.

DOs and DON’Ts in Cambodia

  • Ask for permission before taking photographs of any Cambodian people or monks.

  • It is customary to remove your shoes when entering a place of worship such as a pagoda or temple. Additionally, visitors should dress appropriately when inside a religious site (upper arms and legs should be covered, hats removed).

  • It is respectful to remove your shoes when entering someone’s home.

  • Though not always expected, a respectful way of greeting another individual is to bow the head slightly with hands pressed together at the chest (known as “Sampeah”).

  • If invited to dine in a Cambodian family’s home, it is polite to bring a small gift for the host such as fruit, dessert, or flowers.

  • If invited to attend a Cambodian wedding, it is customary to bring cash as a wedding gift.

  • When using a toothpick at the table, use one hand to cover your mouth.

  • Keep business cards ready, and present them with both hands. Accept business cards with both hands.

DOs in Cambodia

  • Don’t use your feet to point at someone.

  • Don’t touch a Cambodian person on the head.

  • Don’t begin eating if you are a guest at a dinner and the host has yet to take a bite.

  • Women should never touch male monks or hand something directly to them.

  • Keep public displays of affection to a respectful minimum.

DON’Ts in Cambodia

  • Do not litter; keep our community clean and safe

  • Plastic bags can be hazardous; dispose them properly

Commonsense Practices

Siem Reap Province is basically the cradle of Angkorean civilization and it is a province that offers plenty of opportunity to tourists enthralled by the Khmer culture.The ruins of Angkor, located amid forests and Farland, are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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This province is accessible on direct flights from many major cities in the region including Bangkok, Danang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Paksé, Vientiane, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kunming, Taipei, Manila, etc. From the capital of Phnom Penh, the Cambodia National Airline operates direct flights daily to and from Siem Reap.This is a vibrant city with many modern hotels and old colonial buildings boasting awesome architecture

Main Attractions

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