Kramas and other souvenirs from the sumptuous Cambodia.

Buy a krama and other items of clothing

Buy yourself a drama, a type of scarf made from silk or cotton that both males and females wear in Cambodia. They are often patterned with red and white checks. Cambodia produces a lot of textiles, whether that's ready-to-wear Western clothing, or more traditional garments. There is only one flaw: it is difficult to find large sizes.

Gold and silver jewellery

You will find lots of gold and silver jewellery in Cambodia. You could acquire some in the market for your friends, but if you would like jewellery of a higher quality, it is better to buy it in a jewellery store. You will receive a certificate of authenticity.

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Culinary souvenirs

Buy... pepper! Kampot pepper is one of the best types of pepper in the world, and it is very expensive in the UK. It's much less expensive in Cambodia! You can also buy little round baskets for cooking sticky rice. You will find everything you need to prepare a typical Cambodian meal once you return to the UK.

However, there are some Cambodian foods that are difficult to bring back, so eat the mangoes and coconuts when you are there.

What should you bring back from Angkor?

From Angkor, you can bring back examples of the temple motifs printed onto rice paper, as well as sculptures. With statuettes of Buddha and Apsara dancers available for purchase, it is time to rethink your interior decoration and that of your friends.