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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations ( ASEAN ) is a geo-political and economic organization of ten countries located in Southeast Asia, which was formed on 8 August 1967 by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Since then, membership has expanded to include Brunei, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Its aims include accelerating economic growth, social progress, cultural development among its members, protection of regional peace and stability, and opportunities for member countries to discuss differences peacefully. ( source ) Thank you Erica!

Angkor Wat is a temple complex at Angkor, Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation – first Hindu, dedicated to the god Vishnu, then Buddhist. It is the world's largest religious building. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country's prime attraction for visitors. The temple is part of the Angkor World Heritage Site, established in 1992. ( source ) Thank you Zarah!

Cambodia is a country in Southeast Asia. The geography of Cambodia is dominated by the Mekong River Tonlé Mékong and Tonlé Sap lake. The kingdom is a constitutional monarchy with King Norodom Sihamoni as head of state (reigned since 2004). Phnom Penh is the kingdom's capital and largest city. Cambodia has an area of 181,035 sq km (69,898 sq mi) and a population of over 14 million people. Theravada Buddhism is the official religion of Cambodia, which is practiced by around 96% of the Cambodian population. ( source ) The Bayon (Prasat Bayon) is a well-known and richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th century or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII. The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. ( source ) Thank you Albeiro! http://www.donboscosihan...