Khmer | Calendar 1987

Religious days honoring the life and teachings of the Buddha. Technical Reckoning

Good news for all collectors. The 2026 calendar is identical to the 1987 calendar (same weekday pattern and no leap year). 1987 - When Can I Reuse This Calendar? khmer calendar 1987

In 1987, the calendar functioned as it has for centuries, dictating the dates for Kathina robe-offerings, Pchum Ben (Ancestors’ Day), and the traditional New Year Chaul Chnam Thmey . Religious days honoring the life and teachings of the Buddha

The Rabbit is seen as a peace-loving sign, reflecting the community’s hope for stability during this era. 🏛️ Historical Context of 1987 1987 - When Can I Reuse This Calendar

The Khmer calendar, also known as the Cambodian calendar, is a lunisolar calendar used in Cambodia. It is based on the traditional lunar calendar and is used to determine important dates and festivals, such as the Khmer New Year (Visak Bochea) and the Pchum Ben (Ancestor's Day).

| Gregorian Year | Khmer Year (after April) | Buddhist Era | Zodiac | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1987 (Jan 1 – Apr 13) | 2529 | 2530 (partial) | Tiger | | 1987 (Apr 14 – Dec 31) | 2530 | 2531 (from Jan 1988) | Rabbit |