If you want to understand Phnom Penh’s lifestyle, Chaktomuk Walk Street is the place to start. Set along the scenic riverside where the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers meet, this pedestrian-only zone has quickly become one of the city’s most vibrant public spaces. As the sun sets, the area transforms into a lively night market...
Pchum Ben, also known as Ancestors’ Day, is a deeply spiritual 15-day Cambodian Buddhist festival dedicated to honoring deceased relatives up to seven generations back. During this time, Cambodians believe the gates of hell open, allowing ancestor spirits to visit the living, and families gather at pagodas across Cambodia to make food offerings to monks,...
Late King Father Norodom Sihanouk Memorial Day is observed every year in Cambodia to honor the memory and achievements of King Father Norodom Sihanouk, one of the country’s most respected leaders. King Sihanouk played a major role in Cambodia’s independence from France in 1953 and guided the nation through decades of political and cultural change....
Cambodian Independence Day is celebrated each year on November 9, commemorating Cambodia’s independence from French colonial rule, officially achieved in 1953 under the leadership of King Norodom Sihanouk. This national holiday is one of the most significant dates in the country’s history and is marked by a strong sense of unity and patriotism. Across Cambodia,...
The Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) is Cambodia’s largest and most important national event, celebrated every year in late October or November during the full moon, and it lasts for three days. The festival marks the unique moment when the Tonlé Sap River changes its flow direction, signaling the end of the rainy season and...