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When is Cambodia Constitution Day

Cambodia’s Constitution Day

When is Cambodia Constitution Day?   Cambodia Constitution Day is observed every year on September 24th! On this public Cambodian holiday, banks, businesses, and government offices close. More Public Holidays Victory Day Over Genocide The Royal Ploughing Ceremony Anniversary of the Paris Peace Accords Cambodia’s Independence Day What is Cambodia Constitution Day?   Cambodia Constitution […]

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Pchum Ben

What is Pchum Ben?   Pchum Ben is one of Cambodia’s most important Buddhist festivals. The most important cultural holiday in Cambodia might be Visak Bochea Day. More Cultural Holidays Visak Bochea (Vesak Day) Meak Bochea Day Translated into English, Pchum Ben means Ancestors Day. This 15-day holiday is based on the Khmer beliefs of

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Meak Bochea is an important Khmer holiday. Learn what it is, what happens, and when in our Cambodia Holidays guide.

Meak Bochea Day

What is Meak Bochea Day?   Meak = Full moon day of the third lunar month in the Khmer calendar Bochea = to honor Meak Bochea Day is also known as Magha Puja Meak Bochea Day pays tribute to the final sermon given by Buddha with 1,250 enlightened disciples in attendance. In his final sermon,

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When is International Women’s Day in Cambodia

International Women’s Day

When is International Women’s Day in Cambodia?   International Women’s Day events are held in Cambodia and worldwide on March 8 every year! This a great Cambodia holiday to participate in. More International Holidays International Labor Day International Children’s Day in Cambodia International Human Rights Day What is International Women’s Day?   International Women’s Day is a

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