Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) Cambodia's traditional New Year celebrations are about to begin, and preparations across the country are in full swing. Local government officials are leading teams to inspect tourist attractions and festival venues, refining event procedures and improving service guarantees to ensure all arrangements are in place. Streets and alleys are decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, creating a festive atmosphere. Meanwhile, major temples nationwide are meticulously decorating their halls and cleaning their shrines, and a series of Buddhist blessing ceremonies will be held to celebrate this traditional festival, steeped in Khmer culture, with the public.
With the public holiday from April 14th to 16th, Cambodians have already planned their travel: some are choosing to travel abroad to experience different cultures, while many more prefer to stay in Cambodia for vacations and to visit relatives and friends. Although the celebrations have not yet officially begun, the capital, Phnom Penh, has already seen a surge in people returning home – the city is quieter than usual, while tourist attractions and rural roads are bustling with activity. To facilitate migrant workers' return home for family reunions, the Phnom Penh Municipal Government has specially allocated 600 buses this weekend to provide free shuttle services, effectively ensuring the public's travel needs.
To safeguard public safety and order during the festival, the Cambodian government has issued a clear ban: dangerous behaviors such as excessive water splashing, indiscriminate powder throwing, and setting off fireworks and firecrackers are strictly prohibited in public places. At the same time, the government strongly encourages the public to participate in traditional folk games such as throwing an 'ankhun' (a type of traditional Cambodian game), hiding handkerchiefs, tug-of-war, and throwing cloth balls, enriching the festive entertainment and contributing to the preservation and inheritance of Khmer traditional culture. These measures aim to create a safe, peaceful, and civilized festive atmosphere for the entire nation, allowing everyone to experience the unique charm of traditional festivals in joy.
