APAD 036: Pretty Cambodian silk scarves
Locally-made scarves and other products made from Cambodian silk are best-sellers in markets like Tuol Tompong. They come in gorgeous colours, patterns, and textures that appeal to a lot of tourists. Some are silky smooth while others have the roughness of a raw silk.
You can find these scarves, and more souvenirs, at Tuol Tumpong market. It is also known as the Russian market.
Cambodia’s silk is amongst the best in the world and the tradition of silk production can be traced back during the great Angkorian times. However, this industry was destroyed during the long years of war, particularly during the reign of the Khmer Rouge where everything was demolished due to “cultural cleansing”. These days the silk industry is being revived and millions of dollars were pumped into this but it is still struggling due to a lot of factors.
APAD 035: Cloudy day
The thick, billowy clouds provided a dramatic backdrop for these old colonial buildings at the riverside.
Is it going to rain or shine?
The heavens could not decide, it seemed. The following night, however, it rained, much to our delight. It cooled down everything.
APAD 034: Football pitch
This is where my husband’s class go for weekend football games. On some weekends I tag along and cheer them on.
APAD 033: It’s normal.
Driving on the wrong side of the road. Normal daily sight.
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APAD 032: Fruit salad!
Fruits section – One of my favourite sections at the market where not only locally-grown fruits are sold but also imported ones from China, Vietnam and Thailand.
Fruit section at Psah Thmey (Central Market).
How about you, what’s your favourite section in your market?
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