General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Phnom Penh |
| Country | Cambodia |
| Currency | Cambodian riel |
| Main religion | Theravada Buddhism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51% |
| Gdp | $27.5B |
| Size | 181,035 km² |
| Population | 16.72M |
| Population density | 92/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.5 |
| City population | 27% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 25∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Khmer |
| Population able to read | 74% |
| Population with a college degree | 10% |
| Population able to speak english | 4% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 58 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.3/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Cambodia Angkor Air |
| Main airport | Phnom Penh International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $25/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2.5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.80/l |
| Rental car | $20/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $2/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1200 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 19.75/MBits |
| Tld | .kh |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 60% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, C, G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Lazada |
| Supermarket | Aeon |
| Pharmacy | Angkor Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | Pharmacie de la Gare |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 12 am |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Fish Amok | A traditional Khmer dish made with fish, coconut milk, and spices, steamed in banana leaves | $3-5 |
| Beef Lok Lak | Thinly sliced beef stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and peppers | $4-6 |
| Khmer Red Curry | A spicy curry made with coconut milk, red chili paste, and vegetables | $3-5 |
| Prahok | A fermented fish paste that is used as a condiment or ingredient in many Khmer dishes | $1-2 |
| Nom Banh Chok | A noodle dish made with rice noodles, fish sauce, and vegetables | $2-3 |
| Kuy Teav | A noodle soup made with rice noodles, pork broth, and vegetables | $2-3 |
| Angkor Beer | A popular Cambodian beer | $1-2 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Angkor Beer | Cambodia’s most popular beer, known for its light and refreshing taste. | $1.50 |
| Anchor Beer | A premium beer with a slightly stronger flavor than Angkor Beer. | $2.00 |
| Cambodia Beer | A local beer that is slightly sweeter than Angkor Beer. | $1.25 |
| Tiger Beer | A popular beer from Singapore that is also available in Cambodia. | $2.25 |
| Heineken | A Dutch beer that is also available in Cambodia. | $3.00 |
| Mekong Whiskey | A local whiskey that is often used in cocktails. | $2.50 |
| Palm Wine | A sweet and refreshing wine made from the sap of palm trees. | $1.00 |
| Rice Wine | A traditional Cambodian wine made from fermented rice. | $2.00 |
| Fruit Shakes | A popular refreshing drink made from fresh fruit and ice. | $1.50 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Silk scarf | A beautiful silk scarf with traditional Cambodian designs | $10-$20 |
| Silver jewelry | Intricate silver jewelry, often with Khmer motifs | $20-$50 |
| Stone carvings | Small stone carvings, such as Buddha statues or animals | $5-$20 |
| Lacquerware | Colorful lacquerware bowls, plates, and other items | $10-$30 |
| Khmer ceramics | Traditional Khmer ceramics, often with intricate designs | $20-$50 |
| Cambodian coffee | Rich and flavorful Cambodian coffee | $5-$10 per bag |
| Kampot pepper | World-renowned Kampot pepper, known for its unique flavor | $10-$20 per bag |
| Cambodian spices | A variety of Cambodian spices, such as turmeric, lemongrass, and galangal | $5-$10 per bag |
| Cambodian handicrafts | Handmade Cambodian handicrafts, such as baskets, textiles, and wood carvings | $5-$20 |
| Cambodian art | Original Cambodian paintings, sculptures, and other works of art | $50-$500 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Independence Day | January 7 | Commemorates Cambodia’s independence from France in 1953 |
| Chinese New Year | January/February | Celebrates the start of the new year according to the Chinese lunisolar calendar |
| International Women’s Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women around the world |
| Khmer New Year | April 13-16 | Celebrates the start of the new year according to the Cambodian lunisolar calendar |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers around the world |
| Royal Ploughing Ceremony | May | A traditional ceremony that marks the start of the rice-planting season |
| Visakha Bochea | May | Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Gautama Buddha |
| Pchum Ben | September | A festival that honors the spirits of deceased ancestors |
| Water Festival | November | Celebrates the end of the rainy season and the abundance of water |
| Independence Day | November 9 | Commemorates Cambodia’s independence from Vietnam in 1989 |
| Constitution Day | November 24 | Celebrates the adoption of the Cambodian constitution in 1993 |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Rasmei Kampuchea |
| Online news | Fresh News |
| Tv | Bayon TV |
| Radio | Radio Free Asia |