| Event | Angkor Wat recognized as the most photogenic UNESCO World Heritage site in Asia by Times Travel. |
| Announced By | Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on September 15, via his official Telegram channel. |
| Source | Times of India's list of Asia's top ten most photogenic UNESCO sites. |
| Top Sites on the List | Taj Mahal and Hampi (India), Great Wall (China), Bagan (Myanmar), Borobudur (Indonesia), Ha Long Bay (Vietnam), Historic Monuments of Kyoto (Japan), Petra (Jordan), Rice Terraces of the Cordilleras (Philippines). |
| Angkor Wat's Location | Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap province, Cambodia. |
| Park Area | 401 square kilometers. |
| Number of Temples | 91 ancient temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries. |
| Tourist Visits (2024) | 651,857 international visitors in the first eight months of 2024, a 30.7% YoY increase. |
| Revenue (2024) | $30.3 million from ticket sales, a 31% YoY increase. |
| Cambodia's Capital | Phnom Penh. |
| Current Prime Minister | Hun Manet. |
| Official Language | Khmer. |
| Currency | Cambodian Riel (KHR). |
| Population | Approximately 17 million. |
| Geography | Southeast Asia; bordered by Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Gulf of Thailand. |
| Major Landmarks | Angkor Wat (UNESCO), the Killing Fields, Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. |
| Economy | Agriculture, tourism, textiles, and garments. |
| History | Khmer Empire (9th-15th centuries); Khmer Rouge regime (1975-1979). |
| Tourism | Popular for historical sites like Angkor Wat and vibrant culture. |
| Culture | Rich traditions in dance, music, and art, influenced by Hinduism and Buddhism. |
