Every April, Phnom Penh celebrates the Khmer New Year. Amid purification rites, traditional dances, and family reunions, tourists and expats expect a festive and authentic atmosphere.

Local cuisine is a pillar of regional tourism, declared His Excellency Sok Lou, governor of Battambang province, during a visit to the culinary exhibition stands as part of the Sankranta 2026 festivities on Wednesday.

More than 1.5 million national and international tourists flocked to Kampong Cham province on Wednesday for the second day of Khmer New Year celebrations.

The Cambodian capital broke attendance records on Wednesday during the second day of Khmer New Year festivities. The “Nokor Sankranta” festival gathered 1,583,307 Cambodian revelers and 17,940 foreign tourists on April 15, according to Dor Samphors, spokesperson for the Phnom Penh Municipal Administration.

Despite a tense regional context, the Angkor Archaeological Park saw remarkable attendance for the traditional Khmer New Year (Choul Chnam Thmey).

Nokor Sankranta 2026 is underway! This major Khmer New Year event transforms the Cambodian capital into a true global village. From the very first day, thousands of Cambodgians, expatriates, and tourists have taken over the streets, amid laughter, dances, and enchanting decorations.

The historic Wat Phnom site in Phnom Penh is fully operational to welcome thousands of Cambodians and foreign tourists for the Khmer New Year celebrations (Chaul Chnam Thmey), which begin this Tuesday, April 14.

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During the Khmer New Year celebration, the historic site of Wat Phnom in the capital is overrun with numerous visitors until late into the night, creating a joyful atmosphere before activities resume as usual.

Cambodia's most popular festival is fast approaching. Mark your calendars for the Khmer New Year (NAK), which this year will take place from

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Phnom Penh Prepares for an Unprecedented Event to Celebrate Khmer New Year. The former international airport, an architectural gem from the 1950s, opens its doors to the public as a recreational park from April 11 to 19. A festive initiative blending history, relaxation, and celebratory spirit.

According to Ms Dor Samphors, deputy director of the municipal administration of Phnom Penh and spokesperson for the town hall, around 430,000 national and international visitors visited the historic site of Wat Phnom, while around 50,000 visited the Walk Street area. The event, officially inaugurated by H.E. Khuong Sreng, Governor of Phnom Penh, and his wife, offered traditional ceremonies, cultural performances, traditional folk games, as well as lively water and talc spray

Cambodia has just begun three days of celebration of the Khmer New Year, also known as Chol Chnam Thmey. This festive period, which will end on 16 April, marks a time of renewal, family reunions and spiritual regeneration.