Cambodia
Cambodia is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. Its capital is Phnom Penh, with a population of approximately 17.2M and a total area of 181,035 kmยฒ. The official language is Khmer and the currency is the Riel (KHR).
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Cambodia covers an area of 181,035 kmยฒ with a population density of 95/kmยฒ people per kmยฒ. The country has a GDP of $29.9B ($1,737 per capita) and gained independence in 1953. It has a coastline of 443 km.
Angkor Wat is the world's largest religious monument and the largest pre-industrial city in history, at its peak it housed over one million people, while London had only 50,000. The temple appears on Cambodia's national flag.
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The world's largest religious monument, a 12th-century Hindu temple complex covering 400 acres
A UNESCO temple with 216 enigmatic giant stone faces peering from its towers
Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, it reverses its flow direction twice a year
A spectacular complex of buildings serving as the royal residence since 1866
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โ Frequently Asked Questions about Cambodia
What is the capital of Cambodia?
The capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh.
What continent is Cambodia in?
Cambodia is located in Asia, in the Southeast Asia region.
What currency does Cambodia use?
Cambodia uses the Riel (KHR). The international calling code is +855.
What is the GDP of Cambodia?
Cambodia has a GDP of $29.9B, with a GDP per capita of $1,737.
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