Before reading this story, make sure that you are going to laugh even if it is not funny because this is a funny story. A French couple looked for a chef who can cook for their family. A Cambodian man was offered the position since he was good at cooking and was able to understand basic French. The couple spoke French and knew very little Khmer word that was what sometime made the communication between them was gesture-understanding. One day, … [Read more...]
Journey to the North of Battambang
November 30, 2011 By 5 Comments
Heading to the north about 15 km from Battambang town, it is atmospheric site, Wat Ek Phnom. It is an elaborate side of modern pagoda sitting in front of the older temple which was partly destroyed during the Khmer Rouge fighting. The main towers still stand strong in this atmospheric site and there are some fine decorated lintels to be seen. You can also see a huge white statue of a sitting Buddha guarded by peacock trees. Ancient House After … [Read more...]
Cambodia, The Heaven of Alcoholic Drinks [Opinion]
November 24, 2011 By 9 Comments
Do you know how many brands of beer, wine, and liquor are being traded in Cambodia? Frankly I do not the exact number but I can tell that there are many! The name can be found in letter A to Z. Maybe not every letter but many within the range from A to Z. Noticeably, nightclubs, beer gardens, and places for drinking are also boosting but there is no accurate figure yet. The increasing in the numbers of such clubs and entertainment places is … [Read more...]
Cambodia Silk - Good Quality Hand Made
November 19, 2011 By 7 Comments
Silk is the most beautiful and prestigious fabric for Cambodian people. Silk shows its value of the hardest work of the producer and the finest art of deeply-rooted cultural and social traditions of Cambodian people. The short video below will show you the activity of the weavers at Koh Dach, Khmer Silk Villages Association of Jacquard loom weavers, about 15 km from the capital of Phnom Penh: Silk products such as scarves, tailored tops, … [Read more...]
Thanks to “Lok Ta Dambang KraGnoung”, Battambang, Cambodia
November 17, 2011 By 5 Comments
A night after work before dinner, the sky seemed to be a bit dark outside and the wind started to blow gently. I was in a hotel’s room where my work team stayed. I asked 2 women out for a walk heading to the big statue which represents Battambang province called “Lok Ta Dambang KraNgoug”; “Dambang” means stick and “KraNgoung” refers to a kind of black wood which is very precious and strong. The story started with a group of 3 women … [Read more...]
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