Water Festival

The Water Festival, also known as Bon Om Touk, is an annual celebration in Cambodia that marks the end of the rainy season and the reversal of the flow of the Tonle Sap River. It typically takes place in November and features vibrant boat races, fireworks, and cultural festivities. The festival honors the natural water cycle and the crucial role of rivers in agriculture and livelihood. It is a time for community gathering, showcasing traditional customs, and paying respect to water's importance in Cambodian life and history.