Architecture
Angkor Wat
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Built for King Suryavarman II as a Hindu temple and later used for Buddhist worship, it is among the largest religious monuments in the world.
Built: Early 12th century · Style: Khmer
Cambodia: leaders, famous people, culture and history
1 place on the atlas covering architecture. Highlights include Angkor Wat.
What is on the atlas
- Architecture Angkor Wat
Who leads Cambodia?
| King | Norodom Sihamoni |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Hun Manet |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Cambodia’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Cambodia
- Jayavarman VII Khmer king and temple builder
- Suryavarman II builder of Angkor Wat
- Norodom Sihanouk king and long-time leader
- Sinn Sisamouth singer of the golden age of Khmer music
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Architecture in Cambodia
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Cambodia today, a short selection of well-known people from Cambodia, and the 1 place pinned for Cambodia on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Cambodia on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the architecture page.
Questions about Cambodia
Who is the leader of Cambodia?
As of July 2026: King: Norodom Sihamoni; Prime Minister: Hun Manet. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Cambodia?
Well-known people connected with Cambodia include Jayavarman VII (Khmer king and temple builder), Suryavarman II (builder of Angkor Wat), Norodom Sihanouk (king and long-time leader) and Sinn Sisamouth (singer of the golden age of Khmer music).
What are famous landmarks and buildings in Cambodia?
Notable buildings and sites in Cambodia on the atlas include Angkor Wat. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Cambodia on the map?
Choose See Cambodia on the map above, or search for Cambodia on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.