Jacqueline Kennedy Visits Cambodia and Angkor Wat in November 1967

November 1967 – With a radiance now as famous in Phnom Penh, Cambodia as it is in Paris, Jacqueline Kennedy, Amer­ica’s unofficial roving ambassador, visited that ancient Asian land to fulfill “a lifelong dream of seeing Angkor Wat,” stone ruins from the romantic Khmer civilization in the 12th Century.

Cambodian Prince Sihanouk and Wife Presenting Jacqueline Kennedy silverware on trip to Cambodia. Nov 1967

Former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy graciously accepting kiss on hand fr. Cambodian Prince Norodom Sihanouk during visit. Nov 1967

Jackie Kennedy and David Ormsby-Gore visiting the Temple of Bayon, near the Angkor Wat. 1967

Jackie Kennedy arriving in Pnompenh and being escorted by Prince Norodom Sihanouk and the royal umbrella bearer. 1967

Jackie Kennedy being entertained by Prince Norodon Sihanouk and his wife. 1967

Jackie Kennedy exchanging gifts with Prince Norodom Sihanouk and the Queen Mother in the throne roo of the royal palace 1967

Jackie Kennedy feeding an elephant outside the royal palace. 1967

Jackie Kennedy is toasted by Prince Norodom Sihanouk and his wife at the royal palace. Nov 1967

Jackie Kennedy visiting with Prince Norodom Sihanouk and the Queen Mother. Nov 1967

Jackie Kennedy visiting with Prince Norodom Sihanouk and the Queen Mother. Nov 1967

Jackie Kennedy walking with Prince Norodom Sihanouk during her visit to Cambodia. Nov 1967