Cambodia
Capital
Phnom Penh
Population
~16.9 million
Currency
Cambodian Riel (KHR)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Khmer
- Religion
- Buddhism (Theravada)
- Climate
- Tropical monsoon; hot and humid with a rainy season (May to October)
Culture & History
Known for: the Khmer Empire, Killing Fields, and traditional Apsara dance
Also famous for: Angkor Wat temple complex, silk weaving, and river dolphin
Food: Amok (fish curry)
Brief History
Part of the Khmer Empire (Angkor); French protectorate; gained independence in 1953; Khmer Rouge regime (1975-1979) resulted in genocide; now a constitutional monarchy