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Cambodia's coast has been identified as popular with visitors since the 19th century. Early travelers' accounts describe the coastal areas, currently designated as Preah Sihanouk "Ream" National Park, as being particularly beautiful. Establishing Preah Sihanouk National Park - often referred as a protected area is part of along tradition in Cambodia to protect and preserve natural areas. The renowned temple of Angkor Wat, together with surrounding forests, was conferred the status of a national park in 1925 - the first national park in Southeast Asia.

On 1 November 1993, His Majesty King Norodom Sihanouk issued a Royal Decree concerning the Creation and Designation of Protected Areas, resurrecting Cambodia's commitment to developing a national system of protected areas following decades of civil conflict. Preah Sihanouk National Park was one of 23 protected areas established by the decree. The Park was selected as a 'natural and scenic area of significance for its scientific, educational and recreational values'. The Park was inaugurated on 21 March 1995. Currently, the Park integrates practical training in national Park management with community development, environmental and active protection of Cambodia's coastal resources.

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