8th Anniversary of Lkhon Khol Wat Svay Andet’s UNESCO Inscription
Cambodia marks eight years since UNESCO inscribed Lkhon Khol Wat Svay Andet, a community-based Khmer masked theatre tradition, on the Urgent Safeguarding List.
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What to expect
28 November 2026 marks the eighth anniversary of Lkhon Khol Wat Svay Andet’s inscription on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding. The tradition is maintained by the community surrounding Wat Svay Andet in Kandal Province, east of Phnom Penh.
Male performers wear masks and enact episodes from the Reamker with traditional music and melodic recitation. The theatre also serves ritual purposes, including prayers for rain, protection and community prosperity. This listing records the verified heritage anniversary; no separate public programme has been announced.
Organizer & venue
Hosted by Wat Svay Andet community, Kandal Province
CambodiaWat Svay Andet community, Kandal Province
Wat Svay Andet community, Kandal Province hosts a range of events celebrating the culture and community of Cambodia.
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