Country: Cambodia
Where is it?: Cambodia is in southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, between Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.
Why do people go here?: If you’re looking for a country that hasn’t been spoiled by tourism in SE Asia, Cambodia is a great place to really get off the beaten path. Have Patience!
What are the main entry points?: Most travelers fly to Phnom Penh from Bangkok. For those who want to travel overland, you, there is a road from the Thailand at Poipet to Siem Reap. It’s however a very painful journey.
Currency used: Riel
Country Code for Phones: 855
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Religion: Theravada Buddhist 95%, other 5%
Population: 13363421
Ethnic Groups: Khmer 90%, Vietnamese 5%, Chinese 1%, other 4%
Government: Multiparty Democracy
Languages: Khmer (official) 95%, French, English
Major Cities: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap
Attractions: Angkor, Battambang
Accomodation: Cambodia Hostels
Tourism Office locations and links: Cambodia Tourism Office
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Kompong Luong
Health Issues: Cholera, Hepatitis, Malaria, Typhoid, Rabies, Japanese B Encephalitis
When to go: The end of November to the beginning of February are the best times to visit.
Common Phrases: Add later
Specific Events/Holidays: New Year’s Day: January 1, Women’s Day: March 8, Khmer New Year: April 13, Labour Day: May 1, International Children’s Day: June 1, Constitution Day: September 24, Paris Peace Agreement: October 23, King’s Birthday: October 30, Independence Day: November 9, UN Human Rights Day: December 10
Getting Around: Flying is the best options. If you don’t have a lot of cash, just plan to never arrive on time and deal with horrible roads.
Good to know: Cambodia is still a difficult country to travel for SE Asia. However, it’s probably the next hotspot.
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