Theravada Buddhism: official religion; Islam (500,000); Christianity (125,000)

Pagodas and the temples are sacred, religious places where knees and shoulders have to be covered. Although many tourists do wear shorts and sleeveless shirts, please respect the culture and traditions of Cambodia. This is also the case for the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh. Visitors who do not abide to these rules of conduct may not be allowed access. Shoes (as well as hats) have to be removed before entering pagodas.