Phnom penh: National Park in Cambodia's Siem Reap province has been named one of the Seven Wonders of ASEAN by Cond© Nast Traveller in its 2026 listing. The Ministry of Tourism this morning extended its congratulations on the park's prestigious recognition.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, nestled in the sacred Phnom Kulen mountain range, the park is considered the birthplace of the Khmer Empire. Within this protected land filled with untouched rainforests, impressive waterfalls, and scenic views, exists the 'lost city' of Mahendraparvata, an ancient capital of the Khmer Empire that predates Angkor Wat by approximately 350 years.
The travel magazine noted that sacred temples, ancient shrines, and spiritual sites are scattered throughout, integrated in the park's natural forest and river landscapes, making Phnom Kulen a unique cultural, archaeological, and ecological site.
Other sites included in the Seven Wonders of ASEAN list are Raja Ampat in Indonesia, Batanes in the Philippines, B¡i T? Long Bay in Vietnam, George Town in Malaysia, Bolaven in Laos, and Doi Inthanon National Park in Thailand.