Friday, August 29, 2008

Russian Market



Told my many that this is a must-go for everything is there under a roof. The best ice-coffee in Phnom Penh is said to be served at Stall 543.

By another traveller...
"This market has been known by its English name since 1980s, probably because there were many Russians and Russian goods alike then at this covered market. Here you'll lots of tourist buying gifts and souvenirs. There is also a large section where you can try local dishes or buy a refreshment.

There are clothes, shoes, silks (sampots) and handbags, woodcarvings, compact discs, antiques or pottery.

Unlike Bangkok, the clothes with brandnames are real ones here. They are manufactured in Cambodia, but due to some (mostly minor) mistake not good enough for export to the western countries. For a tiny amount of money you can get for example good quality Colombia zip-off pants.

Also backpacks are a good deal at this market!

Don't buy anything without bargaining! Sometimes you can bargain more than 50% off"

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