Amok is a traditional Khmer dish of freshwater fish mixed with coconut milk and kroeung spice paste, then steamed in banana leaves. It has a soft, mousse-like texture.
Fish amok is often regarded as Cambodia's national dish.
Cambodian cuisine is built around rice, freshwater fish and vegetables, seasoned with fresh herbs and a spice paste called kroeung.
The Khmer script is an abugida used to write the Khmer language.
Angkor Wat is one of the largest religious monuments in the world and the national symbol of Cambodia — it appears on the national flag.
Khmer is the official language and is spoken by the vast majority of the population.
Khmer classical dance, also called the Royal Ballet of Cambodia, is a traditional performing art with graceful hand and finger gestures and elaborate costumes.
The national anthem of Cambodia is “Nokor Reach” (Majestic Kingdom).
