Religion in Cambodia — Cambodia Facts
97% Theravada Buddhist. Cambodia is one of the most Buddhist countries in the world. Theravada Buddhism has been the state r
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Religion in Cambodia
97% Theravada Buddhist
Cambodia is one of the most Buddhist countries in the world. Theravada Buddhism has been the state religion since the 13th century. There are over 4,400 pagodas across the country. Monks are deeply respected and play a central role in community life. Islam (2%) and Christianity (1%) are minority religions.
Key Data Points
Buddhism
97%
Islam
2%
Christianity
1%
Pagodas
4,400+
Monks
~60,000
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