Cambodia

About Cambodia

Capital

Phnom Penh

Continent

Independence Date

9 November 1953

Official Language	Khmer
Second Language	English, French
Population	~17.4 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#84
Dialing Code	855
Country TLD	.kh

Cambodia Overview

Cambodia, officially the Kingdom of Cambodia (Khmer: ព្រះរាជាណាចក្រកម្ពុជា), is a Southeast Asian nation located on the Indochinese Peninsula. It shares borders with Thailand to the west and northwest, Laos to the north, Vietnam to the east and southeast, and has a coastline along the Gulf of Thailand to the southwest. The capital and largest city is Phnom Penh.

Cambodia is best known for the majestic Angkor Wat temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of Khmer civilization. Its economy is driven by tourism, textiles, agriculture, and construction. The nation’s culture reflects a fusion of ancient Hindu-Buddhist influences and vibrant contemporary traditions in music, dance, and art.

Khmer is the official language, and the Cambodian Riel (KHR) is the national currency (though US dollars are widely used). Buddhism is the state religion, practiced by about 95% of the population. Cambodia’s warm hospitality and historical richness make it a key destination in Southeast Asia.

Quick Facts About Cambodia

Coordinates	12.5657° N, 104.9910° E
Bordering Countries	Thailand, Laos, Vietnam; Gulf of Thailand coastline
Region / Continent	Asia (Southeast Asia)
Total Area	~181,035 sq km
Population Density	~95–100 people per sq km
Highest Point	Phnom Aural – 1,813 m
Major Rivers	Mekong River, Tonle Sap River, Bassac River
Climate Type	Tropical monsoon; wet (May–Oct) and dry (Nov–Apr) seasons
Famous For	Angkor Wat, Khmer culture, Buddhism, hospitality, cuisine
Major Landmarks	Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Phnom Penh Royal Palace, Tonle Sap Lake
Official Language	Khmer
Currency	Cambodian Riel (KHR), USD widely accepted
Government Type	Constitutional Monarchy
Time Zone	UTC+7 (ICT)
Major Exports	Garments, footwear, rice, rubber, bicycles, cassava
Visitor Entry	Visa required for most; eVisa and visa-on-arrival available