Phnom Penh stories

Cambodia is a land of legends. Check out the different local stories in Phnom Penh and get to know the city and its people a little more.

Fried Spider Anyone?

Ever wondered what would be the scariest job in the world? Well, if you are afraid of spiders, being a spider catcher in Cambodia would top that list!  Spiders are dug out of their holes in the ground with a shovel then collected by hand... then served fried at the local markets and restaurants.

I do... or I don't?

Have you got the stamina for a Cambodian wedding? Traditionally they last for 7 days!

Spirits in the house!

Cambodians have a stong belief in spirits and ghosts. With this belief comes respect and age-old customs.

Snack Catcher...

Like sailing boats in the paddock, these plastic sails are really bug catchers! What's even more interesting is what they do with the bugs that get caught...

What is Hammock Bar?

What is a Hammock Bar? It is exactly what it sounds like.

What's the Russian Market?

The Toul Tom Pong Market in Phnom Penh, better known as the Russian Market because of its popularity among Russian expatriates during 1980s, is very popular with tourists, expatriates the local Cambodians.

Phnom Penh Urban Adventures

Phnom Penh Urban Adventures unlock the hidden secrets of this city of colour and contradictions. Join our dedicated team to find out what makes Phnom Penh tick and enjoy learning more about Khmer food, culture and fun.


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