Best Shopping Places in Cambodia

Also known as Kingdom of Cambodia, is situated in the southern portion of the Indochina peninsula in Southeast Asia. It wouldn’t be wrong if we call it Kingdom of Wonders as the city lives in the stone, in the dust and in the blood of its people. The country is blessed with beautiful architecture of the temples, the warmth and friendly approach from the locals, and the sheer beauty of the coastline makes a visitor yearns for more. Get an e-Visa to Cambodia, and the country is all welcoming for you to explore. And if you’re a shopaholic, this place is a paradise for you. However, the list is too long hence, we have sorted out 5 most extraordinary shopping places in Cambodia for you:

1.    The Siem Reap Night Market

This night market in Cambodia is a typical culture in Siem Riep. The size of night market is pretty large, especially it’s opened till late at night and is always crowded irrespective of the hour. Visitors can also find traditional souvenirs of Cambodia such as embroidered silk and sparkling gems with different shapes and styles. The sellers here can communicate in English.

2.    Sihanouk Ville

                                                   

   

This market is located in Siem Reap Sihanouk and it’s a beautiful seaside city and the most popular place in Cambodia. Here you can easily find souvenirs around the beach selling colorful seashell with various shapes and sizes. In addition in case you’re on a short trip you can also buy some seafood as well. Apart from that you can treat yourself with some T-shirts, fabric hats which are sold with pretty cheap prices. A delicious rice wine bottle would be a special present for someone; silk clothes are perfect for women, other good ideas are fragrant rice, dried fish, salted fish and some other types of special spices.

3.    Bamboo Market (Phsa Orussey)

                                          

Bamboo market is one of the busiest and oldest markets in Cambodia and is also considered as a symbol of the capital, Phnom Penh. This market is popular for rice products and other dried products such as dried lotus seeds, green beans, dried red beans, and this place is also one of the places to buy cheap electronic goods such as mobile phone, music player etc. On the other side of the market there are many shops selling souvenirs such as postcards, T-shirts printed symbol of Cambodia, and especially traditional Krama scarf for women.

4.    Central Market (Phsar Thmei)
                                              

This building was built by the famous Cambodian architect Vann Molyvann, hence, it’s worth a look even if you’re not hunting souvenirs knick-knacks. The art deco inspired, cross shaped building sits under a golden dome. Jewelry, watches, and gold stands dominate the central area under the dome. Some of the gems are real from Cambodia’s near exhausted gem fields, and most of the silver and gold items are real, though you will pay current trade prices.

5.    Street 178  
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Popularly known as “Art Street”, is a must visit place for painting, sculpture lovers. In case you’re walking down 178 from Riverside, you’ll first see small boutiques shops selling designer clothes, bags and accessories. Some of these are charity partner stores, with money going to support the many programs offering artisan work to Cambodians.

Walking down the streets, you’ll see art galleries selling popular Cambodian art such as paintings, and stone and wooden statues. The local sculptors and artists work in shops and on the street in front of their store next to Wat Sarawan. You’ll notice an impressive collection of giant stone Buddha statues displayed on the pavement – it’s worth the photo opportunity even if you’re not shopping for a six foot high statue.