PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s tourism sector is experiencing a robust recovery, with the country welcoming over 420,000 visitors last week. While the majority (approximately 361,200) were domestic tourists, the number of international arrivals reached 65,000, signifying a substantial increase.

To cater to the growing influx of visitors, Cambodia’s three international airports collectively handled 474 international flights during the same period. Phnom Penh International Airport accounted for the highest number of flights with 356, followed by Siem Reap Angkor International Airport at 103, and Sihanoukville International Airport with 15.

Angkor Archaeological Park, a major tourist attraction, saw a 3.7% increase in foreign ticket sales, generating a revenue of US$814,775.

The Ministry of Tourism is optimistic about the sector’s future, projecting 7 million international visitors by 2025, surpassing the pre-pandemic peak of 6.6 million in 2019.

Cambodia’s tourism appeal is further enhanced by recent accolades, with four of its destinations ranking among Tripadvisor’s top 25 Asia’s best tourist attractions.

Angkor Wat secured the second spot, while Ta Prohm, Bayon Temples, and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum claimed the 19th, 20th, and 22nd positions respectively.

Beyond its historical and cultural sites, Cambodia boasts a stunning 450-kilometer coastline spanning across Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Kep, and Koh Kong provinces.