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Most of the festivals in Cambodia are tied to Theravada Buddhist rituals. These festivals are a great way to understand Cambodian culture, values and traditions. People from all over the country come to the capital to see fireworks and other festivities that take place during these events. The festivals are often… read more
Pchum Ben is also known as the “Hungry Ghosts Festival” or “Festival of Dead”. On this day, Cambodians pay respect to 7 generations of their ancestors. This usually involves a food offering ritual in the pagodas.
This festival is celebrated in February by monks from all over the country who come together to commemorate the time when Lord Buddha gave a sermon to the 1250 monks who had gathered at Rajagaha Valuwan Vihara.
On this one day, all the three important events of Buddha’s life – birth, enlightenment and nirvana – are celebrated as Buddhists in Cambodia pray to Lord Buddha and donate food and clothes to local monks.
