The first Latter-day Saint temple in Cambodia opened to the public with government and interfaith dignitaries attending a special preview event, according to Khmer Times. The Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple marks the Church's first temple presence in the Southeast Asian nation.

The public open house allows Cambodians of all faiths to tour the temple interior before it is dedicated and restricted to Church members holding recommends. The inclusion of government officials and interfaith leaders in the preview event demonstrates the Church's effort to build community relationships.

Cambodia represents emerging territory for the Church in Southeast Asia. The temple will serve members across the country and potentially surrounding regions where LDS presence is growing.