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Cambodia Holidays: Cambodian Water Festival
The Cambodian Water Festival, also known as Bon Om Touk is a three-day boat racing festival! Learn the history behind this holiday, get the dates, and figure out what to do in this short article.
Things to do in Siem Reap with Siem Reap Shuttle Tours
Find the best things to do in Siem Reap! We have tons of activities that you can choose. From countryside adventures and ancient temple exploration to traditional arts and live performances!
Rainy Season – Cambodia Seasons & Weather Tips
Cambodia’s rainy season, also known as wet season, is aptly named thanks to the heavy, frequent showers that soak the country. The season can start as early as the month of May (when the country is hot and dusty!) and can last up until November (when the country cools...
Cambodia Holidays: Commemoration Day of King’s Father (Norodom Sihanouk)
What is Commemoration Day of the King's Father? Cambodia celebrates the Commemoration Day of the King's Father to honor the former king, Norodom Sihanouk, who passed away on October 15th, 2012. Norodom Sihanouk, born in 1922, took the throne in 1941. His reign ended...
Cambodia Holidays: Anniversary of the Paris Peace Accord
What is the Paris Peace Accord? The Paris Peace Accord was officially named “Agreements on a Comprehensive Political Settlement of the Cambodia Conflict”. That name is a bit too long so let’s stick with Paris Peace Accord. This agreement was signed by a total of 19...
Cambodia Holidays: Meak Bochea Day
What is Meak Bochea Day? Meak = Full moon day of the third lunar month in the Khmer calendar Bochea = to honor Meak Bochea Day is also known as Magha Puja Meak Bochea Day pays tribute to the final sermon given by Buddha with 1,250 enlightened disciples in attendance....
Cambodia Holidays: International New Year’s Day
What is International New Year's Day? International New Year's Day was originally observed on 15 March in the Roman Calendar and is the celebration of entering the new year. The date was later moved to the 1st January. Most countries around the world celebrate...
Cambodia Holidays: Pchum Ben
What is Pchum Ben? Pchum Ben is one of Cambodia’s most important Buddhist festivals. The most important might be Visak Bochea Day. Translated into English, Pchum Ben means Ancestors Day. This 15-day holiday is based on the Khmer beliefs of karma and reincarnation. In...
Cambodia Holidays: Royal Ploughing Ceremony
What is the Royal Ploughing Ceremony? In Cambodia, The Royal Ploughing Ceremony is called Bon Chroat Preah Nongkoal. The Royal Ploughing Ceremony has been celebrated for hundreds of years in several Asian countries to mark the start of the rice growing season. The...
Hot Season – Cambodia Seasons & Weather Tips
Hot Season in Cambodia Did you know temperatures in the hot season (March - June) can reach into the 40’s°C/104°F? During this time, Cambodia's humidity levels also rise, eventually leading to the rainy season. Fun Fact #1: The tropical humidity makes Cambodia feel...