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Featured Temples
Bayon Temple
The Bayon is a well-known and richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII,
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The Baphuon is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is located in Angkor Thom, northwest of the Bayon. Built in the mid-11th century, it is a three-tiered temple mountain built as the state temple of Udayadityavarman II dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva.
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Phnom Bakheng at Angkor, Cambodia, is a Hindu and Buddhist temple in the form of a temple mountain. Dedicated to Shiva, it was built at the end of the 9th century, during the reign of King Yasovarman. Phnom Bakheng at Angkor, Cambodia, is a Hindu and Buddhist temple in the form of a temple mountain. Dedicated to Shiva, it was built at the end of the 9th century, during the reign of King Yasovarman.
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Krama
Krama scarves are a traditional accessory that is ubiquitous in Cambodian daily life. The scarves are made with traditional patterns in a wide range of colors. Most common are checkered designs in the national colors of blue, white, or red. Popular not just for their appearance, Krama scarves are also highly versatile. They are worn as headscarves, neck scarves, and sometimes used as belts. People wear them for clothing, sun protection, and an expression of personal identity. Krama are something you can buy to use during your Cambodia trip while outdoors exploring cultural sites and then take home as a reminder of your experiences there. It can be found everywhere in Cambodia, with the cheapest starting from 1-2 USD.
Meet ArtisansHandmade Paintings
Beautiful handmade paintings featuring unique scenes of local landscapes are a great souvenir for remembering the sights of Cambodia. In local Cambodian markets, paintings of Angkor Wat are commonly available, often done in oil paint or watercolors. High-quality original paintings can be found in local galleries. Traditional style paintings often show scenes of rural daily life. Artists express the deep spirituality of the country with depictions of Buddha or scenes from Reamker, an epic poem and the national epic of Cambodia. In places like the Old Market in Siem Reap or Central Market in Phnom Penh, you can buy original paintings from local artists for 10-150 USD.
Meet ArtisansSculpture Reproductions
After seeing Angkor Wat and bas-reliefs carved into ancient temples in Cambodia, you’ll know the impressive skills of local sculptors. Sculpture and carving have a long history in Cambodia. Today there are many skilled artisans making sculpture reproductions in a wide range of sizes. Stone sculptures made with the same locally mined stone used to build ancient temples are not only beautifully decorative pieces for any home but, as souvenirs, also represent a tangible connection to Cambodia’s rich, ancient history. The sculptures feature subjects such as Buddha figures and heads, Aspara Ladies, animals, and mythical creatures like the Garuda and Naha. They can be found made out of bronze, wood, and stone. The prices can be found in the 50-200 USD range.
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