The people of Cambodia are very skilled workers and Phnom Penh and Siem Reap provide a good range as well as a variety of shopping opportunities and products. Shopping in Phnom Penh include shopping for Cambodian souvenirs, art, handicrafts, curios and silks that are widely sold. Presently, people buy more of traditional stuff which can be found in fine boutiques and art galleries that provide unique selections of contemporary Asian art. Visitors interested in Shopping in Phnom Penh have to bear in mind that all transactions are made in US dollars and in Cambodian Riel. Plastic Cards are accepted only in upmarket malls.
The popular things to buy in Phnom Penh include Cambodian Silk, local silver ware, handicrafts, and curios, which include Buddha figures. Another popular thing to buy is made-to-order clothes.
The places to go for Shopping in Phnom Penh in Cambodia include:
- Central Park (Psah Thmei)
This historic building is a much visited building. It is a yellow domed shopping destination, with stalls lining the central walkway which caters to visitors and locals alike. Here, one can buy a whole array of souvenir items like statuary, silver work, kramas and silk, photocopy books, postcards, carvings and a good collection of souvenir t-shirts and caps. The interior of the market also sells a good display of gems and jewelries.
- Russian Market (Pshah Toul Tom Poung)
The Russian Market has the largest collection among other traditional markets of souvenirs, curios and other things of interests. The south side of the market has many stalls which sell carvings, handicrafts, fabrics, curios, CDs, silks and cheap electronic goods. The market has fabric sellers as well for you to buy fabric and stitch it by the tailors.
- Apsara Art Gallery
The Gallery displays a variety of contemporary Southeast and East Asian art which includes paintings, oils, watercolors, photographs, poster, cards and creations. There is also matting and framing. It is situated close to the Russian Market, next to Cafe Yejj.
- Asasax Art Gallery
The gallery displays the oil and watercolor works of the contemporary artist, Asasax.
- Baskets of Cambodia
Here one can buy high quality Cambodian baskets and mats, famous for quality and beauty. There are innovative designs in the construction of basketry, bamboo works, and women's accessories. There is whole sale as well as retail sale of the products.
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