Facts about Cambodia
Official languages: Cambodian, French, English
Capital: Phnom Penh
Area: 181,040 km²
Population: 14.5 million residents
Population density: 79.84 residents per km²
Currency: KHR
Internet TLD: .kh
ISO codes: KH , KHM, 116
The dialing code for Cambodia is +855
Flag of Cambodia
The current flag of Cambodia was adopted in 1993 and consists of two blue and one red central stripe, on which is depicted the white silhouette of the Angkor Wat temple. This temple is considered one of the biggest landmarks of Cambodia and its motif is meant to symbolize the Khmer dynasty dating back to the 12th century. The individual towers of the temple are meant to resemble the abode of the Hindu gods – Mount Meru. The blue stripes of the flag indicate dignity, the red stripe represents the nation, and the white color refers to the power of religion. Until 1989, a flag with a yellow outline of the temple on a red sheet was used, but after the end of the civil war and the re-establishment of the monarchy, in 1993 King Sihanouk was inclined to use the current flag.
Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia on the Gulf of Thailand. It borders Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. See Cambodia Location on World Map. The very eventful history of Cambodia spans a period of almost 1200 years. It ranges from the cultural and political heyday of the Khmer Empire (9th to 15th centuries) with Angkor as the center, through the colonial rule of the French (1863-1945) and the terrible regime of the Khmer Rouge (1975-1979) to the present still very young democracy.
Biggest Cities of Cambodia by Population
The largest city in Cambodia is the capital city of Phnom Penh. Located on the banks of the Tonlé Sap and Mekong Rivers, it is home to around 2 million people and is known for its vibrant nightlife scene as well as its numerous parks and gardens. Phnom Penh has a variety of cultural attractions such as museums dedicated to both local history and modern art, as well as several temples dating back to medieval times. Additionally there are plenty of shopping opportunities with numerous markets selling everything from traditional Cambodian food to international luxury items. The city also hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year including Water Festival in November which features boat races, music performances, dance performances, food stalls, and more.
The second largest city in Cambodia is Siem Reap located near the Angkor Wat temple complex in the northwest of the country. It is home to around 200,000 people and is known for its vibrant nightlife scene as well as its numerous parks and gardens. Siem Reap has a variety of cultural attractions such as museums dedicated to both local history and modern art, as well as several temples dating back to medieval times. Additionally there are plenty of shopping opportunities with numerous markets selling everything from traditional Cambodian food to international luxury items. The city also hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year including Angkor Wat International Music Festival in December which features traditional music performances, dance performances, food stalls, and more.
| # | City | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
| 1 | Phnom Penh, Cambodia | 1,573,655 | 11.5625 | 104.916 |
| 2 | Takeo, Cambodia | 844,042 | 10.9908 | 104.785 |
| 3 | Sihanoukville, Cambodia | 156,802 | 10.6093 | 103.53 |
| 4 | Battambang, Cambodia | 150,555 | 13.1027 | 103.198 |
| 5 | Siem Reap, Cambodia | 139,569 | 13.3618 | 103.861 |
| 6 | Paoy Paet, Cambodia | 79,111 | 13.658 | 102.564 |
| 7 | Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia | 75,355 | 12.25 | 104.667 |
| 8 | Kampong Cham, Cambodia | 61,861 | 11.9934 | 105.464 |
| 9 | Pursat, Cambodia | 52,587 | 12.5388 | 103.919 |
| 10 | Ta Khmau, Cambodia | 52,177 | 11.4833 | 104.95 |
| 11 | Phumi Veal Sre, Cambodia | 44,381 | 10.9808 | 104.778 |
| 12 | Kampong Speu, Cambodia | 33,342 | 11.4533 | 104.521 |
| 13 | Koh Kong, Cambodia | 33,245 | 11.6153 | 102.984 |
| 14 | Prey Veng, Cambodia | 33,190 | 11.4868 | 105.325 |
| 15 | Suong, Cambodia | 30,111 | 11.9118 | 105.658 |
| 16 | Smach Mean Chey, Cambodia | 29,440 | 11.5466 | 103.036 |
| 17 | Stung Treng, Cambodia | 25,111 | 13.5259 | 105.968 |
| 18 | Tbeng Meanchey, Cambodia | 24,491 | 13.8073 | 104.98 |
| 19 | Svay Rieng, Cambodia | 24,067 | 11.0878 | 105.799 |
| 20 | Sisophon, Cambodia | 23,329 | 13.5859 | 102.974 |
| 21 | Kampot, Cambodia | 22,802 | 10.6104 | 104.181 |
| 22 | Kratie, Cambodia | 20,086 | 12.4881 | 106.019 |
| 23 | Kampong Thom, Cambodia | 20,062 | 12.7111 | 104.889 |
| 24 | Lumphat, Cambodia | 19,316 | 13.4915 | 106.98 |
| 25 | Samraong, Cambodia | 18,805 | 14.1818 | 103.518 |
| 26 | Pailin, Cambodia | 17,961 | 12.849 | 102.609 |
| 27 | Banlung, Cambodia | 17,111 | 13.7394 | 106.987 |
| 28 | Krong Kep, Cambodia | 11,769 | 10.4829 | 104.317 |
| 29 | Sen Monorom, Cambodia | 8,055 | 12.4558 | 107.188 |
Cambodia: Phnom Penh
According to Abbreviation Finder, the capital of Cambodia is called Phnom Penh. It can be compared to the big cities in Southeast Asia. The city is located in the southwest of Cambodia, on the Tonle Sap, which is a tributary of the great Mekong River. This means that even small ships can easily reach the capital. Cambodia’s important international airport is also located here. A university and the country’s economic center are also in Phnom Penh.