Cambodians observe Wesak Day with worship and good deeds

Buddhists pray on Wesak Day in Kandal province, Cambodia, on May 4, 2023. - Xinhua

PHNOM PENH (Xinhua): Cambodia marked Wesak Day, also known as the Wesak Bochea Day in the kingdom, on Thursday (May 4)) to commemorate the anniversary of the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death.

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said the Wesak Bochea, always observed on the day of the full moon in May each year, is the most sacred day to Buddhists worldwide.