Cambodia

Southeast Asia, Cambodia
Cambodia

People from Cambodia are called:

Male/General:

Cambodian

Pronunciation:

/kæmˈboʊdiən/

Quick Facts

Population:
16,944,826 (2024 est.)
Country:
Cambodia
Region:
Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From the Khmer Empire. 'Cambodian' is the English demonym for the Khmer people.

About Cambodia

  • Capital city: Phnom Penh.
  • Home to the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex.
  • Ancient Khmer civilization dating back over 2,000 years.
  • Constitutional monarchy with a developing economy.
  • Known for friendly people, rich culture, and tragic recent history.

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