| Official Name: KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA |
National Flage: |
| Location: |
 Cambodia occupies an area of 181.035 square kilometers and located on the Indochina Peninsula and borders Thailand , Laos and Vietnam . The Gulf of Siam is off the West Coast.The country consists chiefly of a large alluvial plain ringed by a mountains and the Mekong River . The plain is centered on Tonle Sap lake,which is a natural storage lake for the Mekong . |
| Cities: |
 Phnom Penh , the capital city, it has population approximately 2 millions. Other major cities are Battambang, Siem Reap, Sihanouk Ville, Kampong Cham, Kandal, Prey Veng, Takeo, Kampong Thom, Svay Rieng and Kampong Speu. |
| Population: |
| The population is ap- proximately 13.2 million. The Khmer ethnic group constitutes 90-95 % of it. The population also includes a diversity of ethnic backgrounds: Chinese, Vietnamese, Cham (Muslims) and hill tribes called Khmer Loeu. |
| Climates: |
 Situated in the tropical zone, Cambodia has sun almost year round. Each season has its own beauty and refreshing weather changes. The average temperature is 30 degrees C, the minimum is about 16 degrees C. There are two main seasons: The Monsoon Season and Dry Season. The rainy season last from May to October, due to southwestern monsoons, temperature range from 27 - 35 degree C with humidity up to 90%. The hottest month is April when the temperature can reach 38 degree C. The cool dry season ranges from 17 - 27 degree C (night - day). December and January is the coolest period.
( Nov - Feb: cool/dry, Mar- May: hot/dry, Jun- Aug: hot/wet, Sep- Oct: cool/wet) |
| Religion: |
 The official religion of Cambodia is Theravada Buddhism, which is also practiced in neighboring Laos , Thailand , Myanmar and Sri Lanka . King Jayavarman VII introduced Theravada Buddhisminto Cambodia in the 12th century. The sight of saffron-robed monks is common throughout the Kingdom and almost every village has a Buddhist temple. The country also has minority religions such as Islam, Christianity. |
| Language: |
| The official language is Khmer. French is spoken by the educated older Cambodians. However, in recent years English has gained popularity. |
| Food & drink: |
| Rice and fish are the basic foods enjoyed by Cambodians. Delicious noodle soups are available at cafes. Fresh seafood is plentiful at Sihanouk Ville. In major cities a wide range of culinary fare is on offer including; Chinese, Thai, French, Korean, Japanese, Indian, Vietnamese and Middle Eastern. |
| Currency: |
| Cambodian currency is Riel (US$ 1 = 4,000 Riels). However the US dollar is widely accepted. If you are traveling to the outskirts, it is advisable to use US dollars (get small note) although the Riel is accepted. |
| Tipping: |
| Tipping isn't obligatory but is widely practiced with tour guide, driver also in hotels and restaurants in addition to the service charges shown on bills. |
| Rivers & Lakes: |
 The Mekong River flows through Cambodia from its northern border with Laos to its northern border with Vietnam.
Phnom Penh was built in an auspicious location where the Mekong intersects with the Basack and Tonle Sap Rivers. The Tonle Sap Lake and Tonle Sap River create a unique phenomenon over the world, reversing its direction twice a year. |
| Mountains: |
| The Dongrek Mountans run along the northern border, the Kravagn (Cardamom) Mountain run southwest of Battambang. Damrey (Elephants) Mountain run east and southeast of Phnom Penh . Phnom Aoral (1,813 meters) lies east of the Capital between Kampng Chnang and Kampong Speu Province. |
| Local time: |
| + 7 hours GMT. |
| Visa |
| Visa can also be obtained at Royal Embassies and Consulates of Cambodia or on arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport , Siem Reap Airport and international border check points. All you have to bring along passport and 1 photographs (4x6) and fill up the forms. A month Tourist visa costs US$20, a business visa costs US$ 25 and may be extended in-country. Tourist visa can be extended only one month at a time, while a Business visa can be extended indefinitely. |
| International gate way: |
Airport:
Pochentong International Airport , Phnom Penh
Siem Reap Airport , Cambodia - Vietnam border
Cambodia - Vietnam border:
Bavet International Check Point ( Svay Rieng Province)
Khaam Samnor International Check Point (Kandal - Prey Veng)
Cambodia - Thailand border:
Cham Yeam International Check Point (Koh Kong Province)
O'Smach International Check Point (Oddar Meanchey Province)
Poy Pet International Check Point (Banteay Meanchey Province)
Other Check Point:
Phnom Den (Takeo Province): No visa on arrival
Dong Krolor (Stung Treng Province): No visa on arrival.
Sihanouk Ville Port (visa on arrival upon request)
Domestic baggage allowance:
Domestic flights between Phnom Penh and domestic destination allow 10 Kg per person, except FT, Siem Reap airways to Siem Reap allows 20 Kg per passenger. When transferring directly to Siem Reap from international connection, clients should prepare the allowed 10 Kg as K.U. Travel & Tours will store other luggage in your selected hotel. However overweight will be charged US$ 0.50/Kg.
Airport tax:
International departure tax : US$ 25/person
Domestic departure tax : US$ 6/person
2006 Public Holiday
- International New Year 01 January
- Victory Day over Genocide 07 January
- Meak Bochea Day 13 February
- International Women's Day 08 March
- Khmer New Year 14, 15, 16 April
- International Labour day 01 May
- Visakha Bochea day 12 May
- His Majesty King NORODOM SIHAMONI's Birthday 13,14,15 May
- Royal Ploughing Ceremony 16 May
- Her Majesty NORODOM SIHANOUK MONINEATH's Birthday 18 June
- Pchum Ben Day 21, 22, 23 September
- Constitution's Day 24 September
- Coronation day of King NORODOM SIHAMONI 29 October
- His Majesty NORODOM SIHANOUK"s birthday 31 October
- Water Festival 4, 5, 6 November
- Independence Day 09 November
- Human Rights Day 10 December
Note: When public holiday occur a Saturday or Sunday, or on both days,
the following Monday will taken as the actual holiday. |
