KHMER

WINNING CONDITIONS

In addition to possessing one Golden Star badge (earned by winning a Challenge round), players must successfully move (by placing their colored token) to all of the following areas by answering questions from the cards corresponding to those provinces/cities:

• One province in the Mekong Delta with a Group 1 space

• One province in the Mekong Delta with a Group 4 space

• One province in the Mekong Delta with a Group 5 space

• One province in the Northern Midlands and Mountainous Region or Red River Delta with a Group 2 space

• One province in the North Central or South Central Coastal Region with a Group 3 space

  
  

SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

If a player lands on a province/city located in the traditional living area of the ethnic group they are representing, they are granted a special privilege (only once per game):

• Confiscate 2 province/city flags from another player and return them to the bank or

• Convert 1 province/city flag of another player into their own

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ETHNIC GROUP INFORMATION

Origin: Descendants of migrants from the ancient region of Lục Chân Lạp, the predecessor of modern-day Cambodia. They settled in this area over several waves of migration for various reasons.

Social Relations & Structure

• Family: Patriarchal structure, with the father as the head of the household. Extended families are common.

• Village Community: Plays an important role in community cohesion and social management. Villages have councils and shared ceremonial rituals.

  
  

Religion: Theravāda Buddhism is the dominant religion, deeply influencing spiritual life.

Culture: Rich in identity, characterized by vibrant festivals, traditions, and unique customs.

Arts: Features traditional music and the renowned Apsara dance.

Rituals: Both religious and life-cycle rituals are highly valued.

Festivals

• Chol Chnam Thmey: Traditional Khmer New Year, festive and joyful

• Ok Nippha Festival: A solemn celebration in honor of Buddha

• Boat Racing Festival: A symbol of unity and communal strength

  
  

Marriage: Monogamous, with an emphasis on equality and shared responsibility between husband and wife.

Traditional Attire

• Men: Sampot (traditional wrap), áo bà ba (casual shirt), and long trousers

• Women: Sampot (skirt), áo bà ba, and xê-păng (shawl)

• Religious Clothing: Robes (áo cà sa) and traditional head coverings

  
  

Cuisine: Diverse and flavorful, marked by the use of signature ingredients like curry and mắm bò hóc (fermented fish paste).

Housing

• Style: Traditional stilt houses (Rachabana) with curved roofs, wooden walls, and tiled or thatched roofs

• Materials: Wood, bamboo, rattan, and palm leaves

• Design: Simple and elegant, reflecting Khmer cultural aesthetics

  
  

Culture & Heritage

(Tết cổ truyền Chôl Chnăm Thmây)

(Múa rom vong - Nghệ thuật Chầm riêng chà pây)

(Nghệ thuật sân khấu Dù Kê của người Khmer)

(Lễ hội Ok Om Bok của người Khmer)

(Tri thức và kỹ thuật viết chữ trên lá Buông của người Khmer)

(Nghệ thuật Rô - bam của người Khmer)

(Lễ hội Dua Tpeng - Phá bàu của người Khmer)

(Nhạc Ngũ âm của người Khmer)

(Hát Aday của người Khmer)

(Nhạc Trống lớn của người Khmer)