S14 1963 The 1st Anniv. of the Return of Preah Vihear Temple to Cambodia

Issued on June 15th, 1963, this three-stamp commemorative series marks the first anniversary of the landmark International Court of Justice ( ICJ ) ruling that legally restored the sacred temple of Preah Vihear to the Kingdom of Cambodia. Perched atop the Dangrek Mountains, the 11th-century architectural masterpiece stands as an enduring pillar of Khmer heritage and spiritual identity. Beyond honouring the temple’s artistic grandeur, this release immortalizes a monumental diplomatic triumph over Thailand — serving as a powerful visual testament to Cambodian sovereignty, national pride, and territorial integrity during the Sangkum era.