Festivals & Celebrations
Discover Cambodia’s major festivals and celebrations, including Khmer New Year, Pchum Ben, Water Festival, religious celebrations, and traditional events.
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Cambodia Independence Day: What Travelers Should Know About November 9
Cambodia Independence Day on November 9 marks the end of French colonial rule. Here’s what travelers should know about the…
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Cambodia’s Royal Ploughing Ceremony: When Sacred Oxen Predict the Harvest
Every May, Cambodia's king presides over an ancient ceremony where sacred oxen predict the coming harvest. Here's what the Royal…
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Angkor Sankranta: What Foreign Visitors Should Know About Cambodia’s Khmer New Year Festival
Angkor Sankranta is Cambodia's biggest Khmer New Year celebration at the Angkor temples. Here's what foreign visitors need to know…
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Cambodia’s Water Festival: What Visitors Should Know About Bon Om Touk
The Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) is one of Cambodia's biggest celebrations. Learn what it means, when it happens, and…
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Khmer New Year: A Foreigner’s Guide to Cambodia’s Biggest Celebration
Khmer New Year is Cambodia's biggest celebration. Here's what happens during the three-day festival, why it matters, and how visitors…
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Pchum Ben in Cambodia: What Visitors Should Know About Ancestors’ Day
Pchum Ben is Cambodia's 15-day Buddhist festival honoring deceased ancestors. Here's what happens, when it falls in 2026, and how…
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