Shopping in Cambodia

 For fine silks, textiles, statues and carvings along with silverwork and even art, Cambodia is a treasure trove. The Buddhism-themed items are sold in boutiques, on the street and in large markets both in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and, generally speaking, specific items for sale are to be found in specific parts of the towns. However, in certain markets, without a basic foundation in the Khmer Language you'll find it nigh on impossible to bargain prices down so make sure you take a Khmer-speaking friend along or stick to the big markets.



You'll find Cambodian silk for sale in Phnom Penh at the Russian Market (a Cold War era goods depot) and silk shops and boutiques across town, many specializing in silk creations such as tailored Asian and Euro-Asian fashions, accessories and soft furnishings.



In Phnom Penh and Siem Reap you will find some cambodian souvenir in the central market and old market or in the shops in the town. Bargaining and haggling skills will be needed as you negotiate prices for the many items on sale such as glassware, freshwater pearls, natural Cambodian silk, and bed covers. You can get tailor-made suits and dresses along with blouses and hats at the three-storey boutique Samatoa.



 Cambodian traditional crafts for sale here. Still, you can buy a wide variety of products such as hand-loomed silk scarves, clothing, accessories, home accessories, decorative ornaments, coffee, condiments, handmade cards, notebooks, wall hangings, photo albums, and a variety of games including puzzles in Rajana, a centrally located shop.



 In cambodia, there are a lot of gems like Ruby, Saphire and other gem stones. At the souvenir market you can buy woodcarvings from Battambang, Siem Reap, marble sculptures from Pursat Province, and sapphires, rubies from Pailin.