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Times Travel named Cambodia's Angkor Wat the most photogenic UNESCO World Heritage site in Asia, as Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on September 15. This honor was announced via a post on his official Telegram channel, which included the Times of India's list of Asia's top ten most photogenic UNESCO sites.
Top Sites On The List
The list covers notable landmarks, such as-
India- Taj Mahal and Hampi.
China- Great Wall
Myanmar's ancient city of Bagan
Indonesia- Borobudur.
Vietnam- Halong Bay
Japan- Historic Monuments in Kyoto
Jordan- Petra.
Philippines- Rice Terraces of the Cordillera
These sites are well-known for their cultural and visual appeal, and they provide excellent inspiration for photographers.
Angkor Wat's Significance
Angkor Wat is a famous temple in Siem Reap province's Angkor Archaeological Park, which spans 401 square kilometers and includes 91 ancient temples built between the 9th and 13th centuries. It is Cambodia's most popular tourism destination, with 651,857 international tourists in the first eight months of 2024, up 30.7% from the previous year. This period's ticket sales revenue was $30.3 million, a 31% increase over the previous year.
Cambodia Key Points
Capital- Phnom Penh
The current prime minister- is Hun Manet.
Official language- Khmer.
Currency- Cambodian Riel (KHR).
Population- around 17 million.
Location- Southeast Asia, bordered by Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Gulf of Thailand.
Major landmarks- include Angkor Wat (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Killing Fields, and the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh.
Agriculture, tourism, textiles, and clothing are among the major economic sectors.
History- Known for the Khmer Empire, which ruled Southeast Asia from the ninth to fifteenth centuries. The country had through a sad time under the Khmer Rouge administration (1975-1979).
Tourism- Known for its historical sites, particularly Angkor Wat, and colorful culture.
Culture- is rich in traditions such as dance, music, and painting, with influences from Hinduism and Buddhism.
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