Cambodia allows international tourists to freely take photos at Angkor Archaeological Park

Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet announced on August 2nd that international tourists will now be allowed to take photos freely and free of charge at the Angkor Archaeological Park.

A view of the Angkor Wat temple complex in Siem Reap province. Photo: AFP/VNA

The decision was made with the aim of promoting and attracting more tourists from around the world to the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage site in Siem Reap province, northwestern Cambodia.

According to Prime Minister Hun Manet, domestic and international tourists will be free to take wedding photos at the Angkor Archaeological Park, or post photos and video clips on social media sites such as YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, or other social media platforms to promote the site.

Prime Minister Hun Manet stated: "From now on, tourists do not need to ask permission (from the APSARA National Authority) to take wedding photos in their national traditional attire. However, tourists must abide by the Angkor code of conduct: no revealing clothing, no nude photography, and no violation of our cultural values."

According to Prime Minister Hun Manet, national and international media outlets are also allowed to take photos free of charge at the archaeological site, but must obtain permission from the APSARA National Management Authority and provide detailed reports on the technical parameters and purpose of their photographs.

Commercial photography or filming sessions, as well as drone filming, still require the approval of Cambodian authorities and the payment of a certain fee to the APSARA National Management Agency.

The Angkor Archaeological Park, covering 401 square kilometers, is home to 91 ancient temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries.

In the first seven months of this year, the park generated nearly $27.2 million in ticket sales revenue, a 33.8% increase compared to the same period last year.

Source: https://baoquangninh.vn/campuchia-cho-phep-khach-du-lich-quoc-te-tu-do-chup-anh-tai-cong-vien-khao-co-angkor-3312131.html