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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 km² Cambodia is about half the size of Germany or slightly smaller than the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Cambodia has a population of about 14.6 million people (in 2013). Capital city is Phnom Penh. Spoken languages are predominantly (90%) Khmer, a Mon–Khmer language, and Vietnamese (5%). |
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Background: Following a five-year struggle, communist Khmer Rouge forces captured Phnom Penh in 1975 and ordered the evacuation of all cities and towns; over 1 million displaced people died from execution or enforced hardships. A 1978 Vietnamese invasion drove the Khmer Rouge into the countryside and touched off 13 years of fighting. UN-sponsored elections in 1993 helped restore some semblance of normalcy, as did the rapid diminishment of the Khmer Rouge in the mid-1990s. A coalition government, formed after national elections in 1998, brought renewed political stability and the surrender of remaining Khmer Rouge forces. (Source: CIA - The World Factbook) Related countries: France |
Official Name: Preah Réachéanachâkr Kâmpuchea short form: Kampuchea int'l long form: Kingdom of Cambodia int'l short form: Cambodia Former: Khmer Republic, Kampuchea Republic ISO Country Code: kh, khm Actual Time: Sun-Nov-10 00:04 Local Time = UTC +7 Cambodia does not operate Daylight-Saving Time (TBC) Country Calling Code: +855 Capital: Phnom Penh (pop 1.2 million. est.) Other Cities: Ta Khmau, Battambang, Serei Saophoan, Siem Reap, Kampong Cham, Poipet, Kampot. Government: 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. Geography: Location: Southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, between Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. Area: 181,035 km² (69,900 sq. mi.) Terrain: Central plain drained by the Tonle Sap (Great Lake) and Mekong and Bassac Rivers. Heavy forests away from the rivers and the lake, mountains in the southwest (Cardamom Mountains) and north (Dangrek Mountains) along the border with Cambodia. Climate: Tropical monsoon with rainy season June-Oct. and dry season Nov.-May. People: Nationality: Cambodian(s), Khmer Population: 14.6 million (2013) GNI per capita PPP: $ 2 116 (year) Ethnic groups: Cambodian 90%; Chinese and Vietnamese 5% each; Burmese, small numbers of hill tribes like Chams and Khmer Loeu. Religions: Thearavada Buddhism 95% (official); Islam, Christianity, animism, atheism. Languages: Khmer (official) spoken by more than 95% of the population; some French still spoken; English increasingly popular as a second language. Literacy: 35%. 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 Exports partners: USA 23.1%, UK 8.8%, Germany 8.2%, Japan 7.4%, Canada 6.7%, China 5.1%, Vietnam 5%, Thailand 4.9%, Netherlands 4.1% (2015) Imports - commodities: petroleum products, fabrics, vehicles, wholesale yarn, cigarettes, electrical communications equipment and medicine. Imports partners: Thailand 28.7%, China 22.2%, Vietnam 16.4%, Hong Kong 6.1%, Singapore 5.7% (2015) Currency: Riel (KHR) Cambodia in Figures Cambodia key statistical data. |
Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of CambodiaHis Majesty Norodom SihamoniOfficial site of their Majesties Norodom Sihanouk and Norodom Monineath Sihanouk. Samdech Hunsen Prime Minister of Cambodia Official site of the Lord Prime Minister and Supreme Military Commander. National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia Official site of the Cambodian parliament. (Khmer only) Senate of Cambodia The Cambodian Senate is the upper house of the Parliament of Cambodia. Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Official website of the ministry. Cambodia Ministry of Information Official website of the ministry. Diplomatic Missions Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the United Nations Cambodian Embassy to Switzerland and Cambodia's representation to the UN at Geneva. Royal Cambodian Embassy in the U.S. Cambodian Embassy, Washington. Cambodian Embassies Abroad List of Embassies of Cambodia abroad. Foreign Embassies in Cambodia List of Foreign Embassies in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Statistics National Institute of Statistics Cambodia in figures. MapsMap of CambodiaPolitical Map of Cambodia. Administrative Map of Cambodia Map of Cambodia showing the country's administrative divisions. Google Earth Cambodia Searchable map and satellite view of Cambodia. Google Earth Phnom Penh Searchable map and satellite view of Cambodia's capital city. Google Earth Angkor Searchable map and satellite view of the ruins of Angkor. Map of Southeast Asia Map of the Southeast Asia region. Map of Asia Political Map of Asia. Image: nationsonline.org |
NewsAgence 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. Press freedom Reporters sans frontières - Cambodia Annual report 2017 about Press freedom in the country. |
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Arts & CultureNational 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. Sculpture of Angkor and Ancient Cambodia Sculptures of Angkor and Ancient Cambodia, a virtual exhibition by the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC. Weaves of Cambodia A community of determined land mine survivors is creating a sustainable income through traditional weaving. |
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Business & EconomyTourism, 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) __Transportation Airlines 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. Airports Cambodia Airports Gateway to Cambodia's international airports in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanouk (Kaong Kang). |
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Destination Cambodia - Country GuidesDestination 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. Cambodia Information Center This page is dedicated to Cambodia. Life in Cambodia Somewhat outdated guide by Rich Garella. Angkor Wat Authority for the Protection and Management of Angkor and the Region of Siem Reap Official website of the authority for Khmer temple complex of Angkor. Angkor Wat Photos Images of Angkor Wat archaeological complex by Valeska Gehrmann. City Guides Phnom Penh The City of Phnom Penh. Village Leap Visit the silk weavers of Robib, six smaller villages nine hours north of Phnom Penh. Tour Operators Amazing AngkorWat Service Private local tour operator. UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Cambodia Angkor Angkor in Cambodia’s northern province of Siem Reap is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia and Cambodia's most important tourist attraction. Temple of Preah Vihear Preah Vihear Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The temple is situated in the Dângrêk Mountains at the Thai-Cambodian border, it was built during the time of the Khmer Empire which last for more than six-centuries. The Temple of Preah Vihear is one of the many Khmer temples built in the region and a part of one of the most extensive pre-industrial urban settlements in the world. |
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EducationCambodia 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. Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) Established in 1960, it is Cambodia’s oldest and largest university located in Phnom Penh. RUPP offers degrees in sciences, humanities and social sciences, as well as in information technology, electronics, psychology and tourism. University of Cambodia A private higher education institution. |
Environment & NatureThe Mekong River Commission An Agreement on the Cooperation for the Sustainable Development of the Mekong River Basin between the governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Viet Nam. MekongInfo An interactive system for sharing information and knowledge about participatory natural resource management (NRM) in the Lower Mekong Basin. |
HistoryBeauty and Darkness: Cambodia in Modern History The Odyssey of the Khmer People. Cambodian Genocide Program Documentation by the Yale University. Cambodian Histories Short History of Cambodia by the Tourism Office of Cambodia. Documentation Center of Cambodia Documentation of the Khmer Rouge Genocide - Searching for the Truth. Khmer History History of the Khmer Empire. The National Library of Cambodia Article about the National Library of Cambodia in Phnom Penh, close to the National Archives of Cambodia (NAC). |
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