The national symbols of Cambodia () includes the ancient monument of Angkor Wat, the national flag, the national anthem, and the national emblem and royal seal. In 2005, the Kingdom of Cambodia designated seven flora and fauna as national symbols in an effort to promote nationalism and protection and conservation of these plants and animals.
National symbols
Type Symbol Image Notes Coat of arms Royal arms of Cambodia It was adopted from 1953 to 1970 and readopted in 1993. Flag Flag of Cambodia The design was first adopted in 1948. It was relinquished in 1970 and readopted in 1993. Anthem "Nokor Reach""" "Nokor Reach" is the title of Cambodia’s national anthem which was first adopted in 1941. Language Khmer/ It is the official and national language of Cambodia. Motto "Nation, Religion, King""" Religion Buddhism (predominantly Theravada) () It is enshrined in the constitution as the official religion of the country.
List of officially designated flora and fauna
Type Symbol Image National tree Borassus flabellifer National flower Rumduol National fruit Chicken egg banana National fish Giant barb National reptile Royal turtle National bird Giant ibis National mammal Kouprey
See also Apsara Nāga Preah Thong and Neang Neak Angkor Wat
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