Nearly 4.24 million people travelled to tourism destinations across the country on April 15, the second day of Khmer New Year holiday, according to a report of the Ministry of Tourism issued this afternoon.

The figure showed an increase of 101.94 percent compared to the first day, read the report, adding that of the total registered number, more than 4.2 million were national tourists and the rest were foreigners.

Siem Reap province topped the list of destinations receiving 653,679 tourists, followed by Kampong Cham and Kampot provinces with 515,129 with 404,058 visitors, respectively.

Cambodian people are celebrating their traditional New Year, the Year of Rabbit, from April 14 to 16.

Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse