Celebration
Preah Vihear UNESCO Inscription
28 Dates · 2023-07-07 – 2050-07-07
On 7 July 2008, Preah Vihear Temple was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing its outstanding Khmer architecture and cultural value.
Preah Vihear Temple sits on a cliff in the Dângrêk Mountains near Cambodia’s northern border. On 7 July 2008, UNESCO inscribed the temple as a World Heritage Site for its exceptional Khmer architecture and spiritual landscape. Cambodians mark the anniversary each year as an important national heritage day, even though it is not a public holiday. The inscription strengthened global recognition of Cambodia’s ancient civilization and remains a point of cultural pride.
People often share heritage stories, visit museums or temples, and teach younger generations about Preah Vihear’s history and UNESCO status.
FAQ
Is Preah Vihear UNESCO Inscription Day a public holiday in Cambodia?
No. It is an important national observance and heritage anniversary, but not an official public holiday.
When was Preah Vihear Temple added to the UNESCO World Heritage List?
UNESCO inscribed Preah Vihear Temple on 7 July 2008.
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Upcoming dates
2025
- 07/07Monday, July 7, 2025 — Khmer lunar: 12 Koeut Asath · Year of Snake · B.E. 2569View all →
2026
- 07/07Tuesday, July 7, 2026 — Khmer lunar: 8 Roach Asath · Year of Horse · B.E. 2570View all →
2027
- 07/07Wednesday, July 7, 2027 — Khmer lunar: 4 Koeut Asath · Year of Goat · B.E. 2571View all →
2028
- 07/07Friday, July 7, 2028 — Khmer lunar: 1 Roach Asath · Year of Monkey · B.E. 2572View all →
2029
- 07/07Saturday, July 7, 2029 — Khmer lunar: 12 Roach Asath · Year of Rooster · B.E. 2573View all →
2030
- 07/07Sunday, July 7, 2030 — Khmer lunar: 7 Koeut Asath · Year of Dog · B.E. 2574View all →
2031
- 07/07Monday, July 7, 2031 — Khmer lunar: 3 Roach Asath · Year of Pig · B.E. 2575View all →
Earlier and later years
2023
- Friday, July 7, 2023 — Khmer lunar: 5 Roach Asath · Year of Rabbit · B.E. 2567
2024
- Sunday, July 7, 2024 — Khmer lunar: 2 Koeut Asath · Year of Dragon · B.E. 2568
2032
- Wednesday, July 7, 2032 — Khmer lunar: 14 Roach Jais · Year of Rat · B.E. 2576
2033
- Thursday, July 7, 2033 — Khmer lunar: 11 Koeut Asath · Year of Ox · B.E. 2577
2034
- Friday, July 7, 2034 — Khmer lunar: 7 Roach Asath · Year of Tiger · B.E. 2578
2035
- Saturday, July 7, 2035 — Khmer lunar: 2 Koeut Asath · Year of Rabbit · B.E. 2579
2036
- Monday, July 7, 2036 — Khmer lunar: 14 Koeut Asath · Year of Dragon · B.E. 2580
2037
- Tuesday, July 7, 2037 — Khmer lunar: 10 Roach Asath · Year of Snake · B.E. 2581
2038
- Wednesday, July 7, 2038 — Khmer lunar: 6 Koeut Asath · Year of Horse · B.E. 2582
2039
- Thursday, July 7, 2039 — Khmer lunar: 2 Roach Asath · Year of Goat · B.E. 2583
2040
- Saturday, July 7, 2040 — Khmer lunar: 14 Roach Asath · Year of Monkey · B.E. 2584
2041
- Sunday, July 7, 2041 — Khmer lunar: 9 Koeut Asath · Year of Rooster · B.E. 2585
2042
- Monday, July 7, 2042 — Khmer lunar: 5 Roach Asath · Year of Dog · B.E. 2586
2043
- Tuesday, July 7, 2043 — Khmer lunar: 1 Koeut Asath · Year of Pig · B.E. 2587
2044
- Thursday, July 7, 2044 — Khmer lunar: 13 Koeut Asath · Year of Rat · B.E. 2588
2045
- Friday, July 7, 2045 — Khmer lunar: 9 Roach Asath · Year of Ox · B.E. 2589
2046
- Saturday, July 7, 2046 — Khmer lunar: 4 Koeut Asath · Year of Tiger · B.E. 2590
2047
- Sunday, July 7, 2047 — Khmer lunar: 15 Koeut Asath · Year of Rabbit · B.E. 2591
2048
- Tuesday, July 7, 2048 — Khmer lunar: 12 Roach Asath · Year of Dragon · B.E. 2592
2049
- Wednesday, July 7, 2049 — Khmer lunar: 8 Koeut Asath · Year of Snake · B.E. 2593
2050
- Thursday, July 7, 2050 — Khmer lunar: 4 Roach Asath · Year of Horse · B.E. 2594