A meeting was held with the Ministry of Tourism to explore ways to promote the World Cup Kabaddi as a sports tourism event in Cambodia. The discussion was also held to seek the support of the Ministry of Tourism.
The meeting was chaired by Mr Sok Vanna, the Director of Entertainment and Sports Tourism Department of the Ministry of Tourism Cambodia. In attendance was World Kabaddi secretary general S.T. Arasu, the president of Cambodia Kabaddi Federation (CKF) H.E. Dr Chin Samnang, CKF council member Dr Mov Piseth as well as Raymond Goh of Infinity Sport Co. Ltd.
The year 2024 has been declared as Visit Cambodia 2024, the World Cup Kabaddi is an ideal sports tourism product to promote the Kingdom.
Cambodia boasts of a myriad of tourism sports including the iconic Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, whichis an UNESCO World Heritage Site and the pristine beaches and snorkeling spots in Sihanoukville and surrounding islands. Other tourist spots include:
- Kampot: The Scenic Riverside City
- Kratie: The Little Charming Town
- Koh Ker: The Temple With A Legend
- Koh Rong: The Paradisiacal Island
- Koh Tonsay: The Rabbit Island
- Mondulkiri: The Most Beautiful Province
- Central Market: A Surprising Place
- Preah Vihear: The Province With Lush Countryscapes
- Tonle Sap Lake: The Serene Freshwater Body
- Kep: The Province With Quiet Beaches
- Poipet: The Land Of Casinos!
- Battambang: The Lush Countryside!
- Preah Khan: The Royal Sword!
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum: For The Dark Tales
- Banlung: The Shopping Paradise
- Virachey National Park: The Wildlife Spot
- National Museum of Cambodia: For A Unique Collection
- War Museum: The Civil War Memorial
- Bamboo Island: The Busiest Island
- Landmine Museum: The Weapon Spot
- Bayon Temple: The Ancient Architecture Marvel
- Bokor Hill Station: The Quaint Resort Town
- Silver Pagoda: The Temple Of The Emerald Buddha
- Ta Prohm: The Temple Of The Emerald Buddha
- Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center: The Wild Spot
- Battambang Bat Caves: The Scariest Tourist Attraction
- Ream National Park: The Land Of Endangered Species
- Killing Fields: The Massive Graveyards
- Banteay Srei: The Sacred Spot
Participants at the World Cup will be encouraged to visit one or more of these sites to enjoy their stay in Cambodia.
The World Cup has already attracted teams including from India, Pakistan, Egypt, Hong Kong. Approximately 16 countries are expected to participate at the prestigious tournament.
