Khmer New Year in Siem Reap
Cambodia is staging a Songkran event in Siem Reap province, best known as the home of the ancient temple complex at Angkor Wat. The April 13-16 event celebrates the traditional New Year. Siem Reap will ring in the Year of the Goat with a giant traditional cake and displays of traditional fishing gear. Photos: RFA/Khmer service
Guards stand at the entrance to Angkor Songkran in Siem Reap province. RFA
Apsara dancers are trained to take center stage during the Khmer New Year, being celebrated in an April 1-16 festival in Siem Reap. RFA
A giant cake made from sticky rice and pork. RFA
Giant palm-leaf hat on display in Siem Reap’s Angkor Complex. RFA
A giant fishing basket. RFA
A giant fishing net to be displayed at Siem Reap’s New Year festival. RFA
Villagers prepare decorations for the New Year celebration. RFA
A model Khmer home. RFA
A traditional dancing stage. RFA