Public Invited to Tour New Phnom Penh Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is inviting the public to celebrate the completion of the Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple, and to tour the new temple. This sacred house of worship is the first Latter-day Saint temple in the Kingdom of Cambodia.

Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple - the first temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Cambodia.

The First Presidency of the Church has announced that open house tours will run from Saturday, 15 August 2026, to Saturday, 22 August 2026, except on Sunday. The open house provides all people of all faiths the opportunity to tour the temple's beautiful interior and grounds and learn about the purpose of this sacred structure.

Open house tours will be conducted:

• Saturdays, 15 & 22 August: 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Monday–Friday, 17–21 August: 4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
• Sunday, 16 August: No tours available.

The temple is located on Russian Federation Boulevard Phnom Penh 12040, on a 1.3-hectare site. Tours are free, and no reservations are needed. More information is available at https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/featured/phnom-penh-cambodia-open-house?lang=eng

Elder Eng Bunhuoch, an Area Seventy and senior leader of the Church in Cambodia, said, "The Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple is a testament to the enduring faith of our Cambodian members and will serve as a focal point of spiritual growth for many years to come. It is more than a building; it is a sacred space that symbolizes our commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ and the eternal nature of families.

"We invite all to come, learn, and walk with us in our holy temple. You can experience our impression of heaven on earth and the special feelings that exist in the House of the Lord. In this temple, you will feel peace, receive inspiration, feel His love, and draw closer to Him. Our members open their arms to you and invite everyone to share the joy we feel in the temple."

Following the public open house, the temple will be formally dedicated on Sunday, 30 August 2026. The open house presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for all members of the public to enter and tour the temple prior to its dedication. After the dedication, the temple grounds will remain open to visitors; however, entry into the temple itself will be reserved for faithful members of the Church.

There are nearly 18,000 members of the Church in Cambodia. The temple will serve Church members in Cambodia and parts of Vietnam.

The architecture of the temple is inspired by traditional Khmer design elements and cultural heritage, with a central spire surrounded by four smaller spires.

The temple was announced by Church President Russell M. Nelson on 7 October 2018. Groundbreaking was held 18 September 2021, with the dedicatory prayer offered by Cambodia Phnom Penh Mission President Veasna Kuonno Neang.

Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints differ from meetinghouses or chapels, where members gather for Sunday worship services. Each temple is considered a House of the Lord, where Jesus Christ's teachings are reaffirmed through sacred ceremonies that unite families eternally.

In the temple, Church members learn more about the purpose of life. They learn where we came from before birth, why we are on this earth, and what will happen after we die. In the temple, members make promises to follow Jesus Christ and to serve others.

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a worldwide Christian faith of nearly 18 million members, centered on the belief that all people are children of a loving God and that Jesus Christ is the Savior of mankind. Its mission is to bring people to Christ through learning His gospel, making special promises, and practicing love and service.

Members help others by living Christ's teachings, caring for those in need, inviting all to receive the gospel, and uniting families eternally through temple work. Members are encouraged to be law-abiding, patriotic citizens who love and support their families, creating strong communities and a peaceful society.

The Church has more than 30,000 congregations in more than 160 countries, led by volunteer local leaders.

The Church offers resources in more than 110 languages, operates universities, and has a large humanitarian aid program. It has completed more than 670 humanitarian projects in Cambodia. The Church was restored in 1830 by Joseph Smith after a divine visitation. The Book of Mormon, a sacred record, complements the Bible, testifying of Jesus Christ's divinity.

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Food & Drink is now the fastest-growing category among Airbnb Experiences in Indonesia by search demand, with Bali emerging as the top spot for culinary bookings.

BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 August 2026 – For many travelers, exploring local culinary traditions is the trip itself. New Airbnb data highlights the popularity of culinary Experiences across Indonesia, with both domestic and international travelers seeking out food-led activities for a more authentic taste of the culture.

Since its launch, Food & Drink has become Airbnb Experiences' third-most-popular category in Indonesia, behind only Nature & Outdoors and History & Culture^[1]. Bali sits at the heart of this culinary interest, with over 90% of all culinary Experience bookings in Indonesia taking place on the island¹.

Guest feedback backs this up. Indonesia's culinary Experiences carry a 4.94 average rating, with reviewers most often reaching for words like "authentic," "traditional," "hands-on," "local," and "family"^[2].

The appetite extends beyond Experiences, too: searches for Airbnb homes with kitchen amenities in Indonesia are up over 20% year-on-year^[3], suggesting that more guests are choosing stays where they can cook together and recreate the local flavours they discover during their trip.

Amanpreet Bajaj, Airbnb's Country Head for Southeast Asia & India, said, "Today's travelers are increasingly looking for experiences that help them connect more deeply with the places they visit, and food has become one of the most meaningful ways to do that. Whether it's shopping at a neighbourhood market, learning a family recipe, or cooking together in an Airbnb, these moments create lasting memories while supporting local communities. Through Airbnb Experiences, we're proud to help travelers discover Indonesia in a way that feels more personal, immersive, and connected to local culture."

To spotlight this growing appetite for culinary travel, Airbnb recently hosted a one-off Culture & Culinary Trail luncheon in Bali with renowned chefs Arnold and Reynold Poernomo — a chef-curated dining moment celebrating Bali's culinary heritage through local ingredients and stories. The luncheon offered a preview of what travelers can already find on Airbnb Experiences: intimate sessions on local food culture, interactive dining sessions, and meals hosted by local chefs in Bali and beyond.

Arnold Poernomo said, "As chefs, we've always believed that some of the most memorable travel memories happen around the dining table. Food has a unique way of bringing people together and telling the story of a place through its ingredients, traditions, and the people behind them. By hosting this luncheon with Airbnb, we wanted to celebrate Bali's rich culinary heritage and inspire travelers to look beyond the plate, to discover the culture, communities, and local stories."

For Reynold Poernomo, the most memorable travel experiences often begin with discovering the people behind the food.

"For the more adventurous, go to the markets, and you'll discover some unique produce that you'll most likely not find in any other part of the world. That's part of why we love what Airbnb Experiences does - it connects you directly with local hosts who can take you to those markets and show you ingredients you'd never find wandering on your own."

The Poernomo brothers recommend three Airbnb Experiences worth booking on a Bali trip:

• A guided 15-course tasting menu at Room4Dessert - Join Chef Will Goldfarb, winner of the 2021 World's Best Pastry Chef award, on a five-stop journey from his kitchen and garden to a fireside dessert finale.
• Organic Balinese farm cooking in Ubud - Explore organic farming practices, pick fresh ingredients and prepare Balinese dishes.
• Track fireflies in Bali with a conservationist - Harvest herbs, cook a Balinese feast, and watch Indonesia's only firefly breeding lab light up the night with conservationist Wayan Wardika.

As travelers continue seeking slower, more meaningful ways to explore destinations, Airbnb Experiences inspire visitors to discover a different side of Bali — through the people, ingredients, and stories shared around the table.

Disclaimer: All Experiences referenced are intended purely to inspire and illustrate. Airbnb does not recommend or endorse specific listings on the Airbnb platform.

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For more information, please contact:

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