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Art / Design & Local Markets

La Galerie is a unique place in Phnom Penh where visitors can actually meet and mingle with young Cambodian artists. The venue is directed by EM Riem, a painter and designer holding degrees from the Royal University of Fine Arts of Cambodia, the Academy of Fine Arts in Saint-Etienne, France, and the National Advanced School of Decorative Arts in Paris (ENSAD). He will be only too glad to meet you, and show you his own paintings on display along with those of his friends who are working as painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists and designers.
La Galerie is designed to project the image of the creative, impulse, enthusiasm and potency of these artists. Following in the footsteps of EM Riem, the young artists will soon be exhibiting their talent abroad in France, the U.S. and Spain,. painting, a piece of design furniture, a gift item… you will find something delightful for both yourself
and others at La Galerie!
Location: #13Eo Street 178, Phnom Penh
Tel: 023-722 252
E-mail: xemdesign@yahoo.com
[Phnom Penh Map E-5]

Apsara Art Gallery
170, St.450, Toul Pong Market
012 867 390

Couleurs D’Asie
33, St. 240
Tel. 023 221 075

Happy Painting Gallery
313, Sisowath, Hotel Cambodiana
Tel. 023 890 224

Phirun Art Gallery
3b, Eo. St. 278 (next to Golden Bridge)
Tel. 012 691 016
Sobbhana Women’s Foundation
24, St. 144/49
Tel. 023 219 452
Sovanna Phum Theatre and Art Gallery
(gallery/dance and shadow-puppet displays)
111, St. 360 (corner of St. 105)

Local Markets

Phsar Thom Thmei

The Central Market, built in 1935-37, is one of Phnom Penh’s main landmarks. It has by far the largest range of products on sale. The market goes by a number of names: The Khmer name is Phsah Thmei, meaning New Market. It is also known as the Central Market on account of its location. The yellow, art deco edifice rises above the surrounding streets and is hard to miss. It has a domed central hall and four large extensions filled with small booths. Everything from gold and jewelry to electronic goods and souvenirs are on sale. As with all markets in Cambodia, bargaining is expected and can reduce prices by 20%. Outside the market are stands selling fresh fruit, meat, vegetables, flowers, fish and cooked foods. It is a good place to pick up a moto taxi or a city bus.

Toul Tompong Market

Known as the Russian Market, it is located at the corner of St.440 and St.163, south of Mao Tse Tung Blvd. It is the best place in town for souvenir shopping. Toul Tompong Market has various things for sale, including miniature Buddhas, silk, silver, jewelry, gems, videos, CDs and (reputedly) ganja, which some Khmers use as a flavouring for soup. It is well worth a visit just to browse. There are also numerous small cafes nearby selling the full array of Khmer street food. Popular local snacks include a boiled egg containing a fully gestated bird embryo (feathers and all), and deep-fried tarantula.

Shopping and Souvenirs

There are a wide variety of items available for purchase in Phnom Penh. The country was once renowned for its superior silk weaving, metalwork and woodcarving. Many of these arts are now being revived. Visitors can find silverware, jewelry, gems, colorful fabrics and silks, wood carvings, papier-mâché masks and copies of ancient Khmer statues. The traditional clothing for Khmer men and women is called a krama. It is a long, narrow silk or cotton cloth, and is available in most markets and shops. Buyers should use caution when purchasing gold and gems.

Soriya Shopping Centre

Located at 136 Street and 63 Street near the Central Market. It’s not quite MBK in Bangkok but Soriya is the closest thing Cambodia has come to a real shopping center and supermarket. There are many floors and the goods on sale range from designer clothing and shoes to flat-screen TVs and up-to-date digital cameras. There are also several restaurants and cafes and a multi-story car-park. One of the main attractions for locals is Cambodia’s first set of escalators.

Jayana Arts of Living Crafts Shop

Handicrafts, Many Kinds of Silk Bags, Wood & Stone Sculptures, Silk Scarves, Cloth, & more. All items made by the disabled, and can be special ordered and shipped overseas.
Open everyday 8am - 8pm.
Location: 4A Street 57, Sk. Boeng Keng Kang 1, Phnom Penh
Tel: 023-997 976, 099-878 990, 011-818 990
E-mail: jayanacambodia@yahoo.com
[Phnom Penh Map F-6]

Khmer Royal Souvenir Shop
Retail shop offering silk bags, and silk scarves, wooden statues, Purses, Bags & recycled Cambodia Souvenirs. Your purchase helps and supports disabled artisans in Cambodia. Take the Cambodia Experience with you.
Location: #64, St 57, Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang I, Khan Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh (in front of Khmer Sorin Restaurent)
Tel: 012-511 694, 012-551 886
E-mail: Khmerroyal_Cambdia@yahoo.com
[Phnom Penh Map F-6]

Kravan House
Silk & souvenir shop. The emphasis is on Khmer silk. Offering silk cloth, silk bags, pillows, wraps, purses, blankets, and more. Custom designs and special orders for silk products are welcome. Retail or wholesale. Some souvenirs available including stone and wood carvings and statues. Visa/Mc. Location: #13Eo, Street 178, Phnom Penh (just off the riverfront on Street 178 between the National Museum & FCC)
Tel: 012-731 770
E-mail: Hkravan@yahoo.com
Website: www.kravanhousesilk.com
[Phnom Penh Map F-4]

Monument Books
Established in 1993, Monument Books is the biggest bookstore chain in Cambodia. It is a full service source for books in English, Japanese, French and Khmer. Enhance your visit to the ancient world of Angkor Wat with a tour of their wide selection of books on Cambodia. Also, enjoy your stay and your travels with an outstanding selection of titles on Indo-China and South-East Asia. Bookstore branches are in the following locations:

- Phnom Penh Store: 111 Norodom Boulevard
Tel: 023-217617 Fax: 023-217618

- Phnom Penh Airport: Int. Departure Area
- Siem Reap Airport: Domestic and International

Departure Areas
- Vientiane Store: 124/1 Rue Nokeokumnan,
Vientiane, Laos PDR
Tel/Fax: +856-21-243 708
Website: www.monument-books.com
[Phnom Penh Map: F-6]

Nam Hiong Import and Export Pte. Ltd.
Retail sales of plastic doors.
No. 176Go, Ung Pokun (St. 109)
Tel: 023-364683 Mobile: 012-711212

NCDP Retail Centre
National Centre of Disabled Persons Quality Handmade Cambodian Silk products. Wholesale and Retail sales.
Location: #3 Norodom Blvd, Phnom Penh
Tel: 023-210 140, Fax: 023-213 876
E-mail: ncdp_retail@online.com.kh
Wesite: www.ncdpcam.org
[Phnom Penh Map E-4]

Rehab Craft Cambodia
RCC is a non-profit organization that provides long-term, sustainable employment opportunities for Cambodians with physical disabilities by producing and marketing quality handicrafts including silk handbags & wallets, accessories, home decoration, wood/stone carving, silver jewelry and recycled items. Help them to continue to promote their high quality Cambodian crafts internationally. All your purchases offer a better standard of living for disabled persons. Office & Workshop and Phnom Penh Showroom: Drop by and see the artisans at work. Browse the showroom for great gifts and decorative items. Phnom Penh: Location: #10A, Street 322, Boeung Kengkang I
Tel: 023-726 801
E-mail: rcc@camnet.com.kh
Website: www.camnet.com.kh/rehabcraft
Open: Mon. – Fri. from 8am-5pm
Siem Reap: location: #8, Pi Tnou Rd, across from the Old market.
Open Daily from 9am-7pm
Tel: 063-965 104
[Phnom Penh Map F-7 / Siem Reap Map D-13]

Sayon Silkworks
Authentic Branded Designs in Khmer Silk from Cambodian designer Sayon. Original Silk Quilts, Lamps, Cushions, and Table Settings. Fast custom tailoring orders for all kinds of Home Decor and Ladies’ Fashions. Come to the source of Cambodian design!
Location: 40 Eo St. 178, Phnom Penh
Tel: 012-1746150
E-mail: sales@sayonsilkworks.com
Website: www.sayonsilkworks.com
[Phnom Penh Map: F-5]