A Brief Description Cambodia was at the forefront of worldwide news in 1975 as Communist Khmer Rouge forces captured the capital city of Phnom Penh, and ordered the evacuation of all cities and towns. Millions of Cambodians were subsequently executed, and many more died from horrible living conditions. In 1978, a Vietnamese invasion followed by two decades of fighting drove the Khmer Rouge out, and then, in 1993, UN-sponsored elections helped restore some level of normalcy. A coalition government, formed after national elections in 1998, brought renewed political stability and the surrender of remaining Khmer Rouge forces in 1998. The capital city of Phnom Penh, located where the Bassac, Sab and Mekong rivers merge, is the main entry point into the country for travelers, and most tourists journey to this far off land specifically to visit the ancient temples of Angkor Wat. Learn more about the history of Cambodia here Facts and Figures Name Cambodia (long form) Kingdom of Cambodia Population 13,607,100 Population & Density (all countries) here Capital City Phnom Penh (1.75 million) Currency Riel (KHR) Currency Converter here Languages Khmer (official) (95%), French, English Flag here National Day November 11 Religions Theravada Buddhist (95%) Angkor Wat Temple Travel the World through Poster Art! Geographic Coordinates Latitude/Longitude (Capital City) 11º 35' N, 104º 55' E Relative Location Cambodia is in both the eastern and northern hemispheres. It's positioned in Southeast Asia, a recognized geographical region of the Asian continent. The country is bordered by the Gulf of Thailand, and the countries of Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. Land Statistics Coastline 275 miles (443 km) Land Areas (land) 68,155 sq miles (176,520 sq km) (water) 1,745 sq miles (4,520 sq km) (TOTAL) 69,900 sq miles (181,040 sq km) Land Area (all countries) here Landforms Much of Cambodia's overall land area is a series of rolling plains, north to south. Its most striking landforms include Tonle Sap Lake, and the Mekong River, which crosses the entire country as it flows through the Mekong Lowlands and on to the South China Sea. Two mountains ranges of note include the Dangret range on its northern border with Thailand, and the Cardamom range in the west. Highest Point Phnum Aoral - 5,938 ft. (1,810 m) Lowest Point Gulf of Thailand - 0 ft. (0 m) Land Divisions 20 provinces, including Banteay Mean Chey, Batdambang, Kampong Cham, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Spoe, Kampong Thum, Kampot, Kandal, Koh Kong, Kracheh, Mondol Kiri, Otdar Mean Chey, Pouthisat, Preah Vihear, Prey Veng, Rotanakir, Siem Reab, Stoeng Treng, Svay Rieng and Takao. 4 municipalities, including Keb, Pailin, Phnom Penh and Preah Seihanu

Maps Cambodia (large color) Map here Cambodia Outline Map here Cambodia CIA version here Cambodia Maps at UT here - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Asia Continent (printable) here Asia Outline Map here Asia (Southeast) Outline Map here Asia (Name the Country) Map Test here - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Indian Subcontinent Map here Indochina Map here Middle East Landforms here Middle East Map here Middle East Outline Map here Middle East Rivers here Tsunami Map (December 2004) here - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - World Outline Maps (printable) here World Time Zone Map here Recommended Links Cambodia (Complete) info on the (GDP) economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here! Cambodian Embassy (Washington D.C.) here Cambodian Photos at TrekEarth.com here Cambodia Tourism here Angkor Wat here Monks in their orange robes Travel the World through Poster Art! Time and Weather Time Zone (UTC +7) Note that UTC is also known as GMT, or Greenwich Mean Time. Conversion details and additional info: here Climate Like most countries in Southeast Asia, Cambodia's weather revolves around monsoons, so rainfall is significant, with the heaviest amounts falling in the southeast, and mountainous coastal areas. Daytime humidity countrywide is near 60 percent, while in the evenings, 90 percent is quite common. Summer high temperatures (March - May) do approach 95º f, especially south and central, while winter lows seldom fall below 50º f. Traveler Info Attractions Cambodia is one of Asia's most appealing destinations. In addition to its rich culture and history, the miles of unspoiled beaches, rivers, waterfalls and tropical forests are strong magnets for adventure travelers. Major points-of-interest include the capital city of Phnom Penh and its Silver Pagoda, Royal Palace, and colorful markets; the temples of Angkor, one of the most astonishing architectural accomplishments on the planet, and the remains of the Kampot area, once the fashionable haunt of the French elite, and reportedly home to the tastiest seafood in the country. Visitors to Cambodia should take precautions when visiting forested areas, or dry rice paddies. Land mines and unexploded devices are still found in some rural areas, and it is strongly recommended that a local guide accompany visitors in these locations. Phnom Penh Hotels, Tours and Travel Information Siem Reap Hotels, Tours and Travel Information Sihanoukville Hotels, Tours and Travel Information Country Dialing Code 855 Electricity Cambodia uses 230 volts AC (50 Hz) Electrical adapters, products and tips here Travel Warnings here Visa Information here

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