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  • RogerNBill
    Gettysburg, PA175 contributions
    Stunning History Lesson
    This small, but well laid out museum was quite sobering. I had a vague sense of what happened during the time of Pol Pot, but the reality of those days still effect Cambodians even today. The founder of the museum, Aki Ra, is a humble man I felt honored to meet him. By the time he received the CNN. Hero award he had already unearthed 50,000 landmines. His story is that of legend and, and although I was shoot to my core, I count this as a highlight of my trip to Siem Reap.
    Review of: Cambodia Landmine Museum
    Written November 30, 2023
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  • marftrip
    Kernersville, NC248 contributions
    Excellent Museum, Recommend Visiting First!
    This is a wonderful, and beautiful, museum that not only showcases some of the finest sculpture and artifacts from Angkor, it’s also a quick and easy walk through the history of the area.

    I did a temple tour my first day here, the museum my second - and really wished I’d done the museum first. I’d have better understood what I was seeing in that order.

    Looking at the amount of rooms in the museum, you may think there’s not a lot, but I was there three hours. Partly because there are excellent videos (with seating areas) throughout the museum, all available in a variety of languages.

    I would recommend the museum as a start to every visit here, it’s really a shame more people aren’t making the time. Highly recommend.
    Review of: Angkor National Museum
    Written November 23, 2023
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  • Becky G
    Hong Kong, China25 contributions
    Interesting place if you have a guide
    When visiting this place, it’s a good idea to get the guide from the veteran if available. I’m not sure I would’ve had the same experience without him telling his story. We all know the horrors of war but it’s much more poignant hearing it from someone who was there and actually hearing how even though it’s ended it’s still impacting civilian lives. Walking around the museum we could see the remnants of the war, but without someone there explaining them I would’ve just seen them as rusting tanks etc.
    Review of: War Museum Cambodia
    Written October 19, 2023
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  • Shelley M
    Albany, New Zealand765 contributions
    Lots to see
    Such a huge variety of art works here to view. Charged a small entrance fee. If you love art you could easily spend a couple of hours here walking around. Little bridges, water, gardens just make this place quite special.
    Review of: Theam's Gallery
    Written May 26, 2023
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  • Cheat Sothireach
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia6 contributions
    Recommended place with great experience
    It’s good but it’s a little bit old. Some paintings change color. Light level a little bit low that made some paintings not “3D-ish”. However, it’s kind of never-seen before. Great art. Excellent light show. Recommended.
    Review of: ArtBox
    Written November 5, 2023
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  • Raymond T
    Sydney, Australia6 contributions
    Incredible high quality art work
    This is a must visit destination if you travel to Siem Reap. Suggest you get a tuk tuk from town (not too far away but you don't want to walk in the high heat and humidity) and have them wait for you while you explore as it's not a large place.

    The venue has a workshop and a gallery. A lady named Sina spoke perfect English and walked me through the workshop and the process they undergo, including the lacquerware and how they make some of the art pieces, including the one I eventually ordered.

    I fell in love with a particular piece with silver leaf lotus flowers but it was mounted on wood (ie high freight costs and custom issues) and didn't have fish. Sina indicated that they could custom make something for me, put it on canvas, and add koi that I wanted (rather than the catfish they usually have). I prepaid including freight cost, which was very reasonable given it was made to order. Sina also sent me a picture of different koi via Whatsapp for me to choose which ones I wanted.

    The canvas arrived professional packaged so it wouldn't be damaged in transit. I had it stretched and mounted on a floating frame (attached) at 176x93cm.

    I highly recommend this place and to take home (or order) a high quality piece of art work at a reasonable price and support the local community.
    Review of: Angkor Artwork E&T Stocker
    Written March 23, 2020
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  • PowerABA
    Adelaide, Australia2 contributions
    Diwo Gallery
    Having lived in several South East Asian countries including some 3 years in "Khmerland", I was fortunate to visit both DIWO Galleries and meet the owner Ms. Sokha Chung. I found the courtesy extended to me by this lady to be exemplary to say the least. Her knowledge of the Khmer history and culture was superb. Most professional and ethical in her representations and dealings.. Of course, some of the items/merchandise - to some - maybe "pricey"... but good unique things are well worth buying. And if I were allowed I would have also "taken" the centrepiece ~ Ms. Sokha Chung ~ if she was available...unfortunately not so!
    Review of: Diwo Gallery
    Written June 13, 2017
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  • Stephen D
    3 contributions
    Siem Reap art gallery
    Lovely small gallery supporting education and training for young people.
    Community oriented and inclusive.
    Review of: Khmer Kids Art Gallery & Art workshop
    Written August 21, 2023
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  • Aimee
    3 contributions
    Very well presented, peaceful, respectful and moving.
    Lots of in depth information and haunting artefacts very well presented in a beautiful respectful peaceful setting in a non-glorified way. An informative, moving and memorable experience. Much respect to the curators, they have done an excellent job with a very difficult exhibit.
    Review of: Cambodia War Remnant Museum
    Written January 31, 2020
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  • Joanne S
    Rainham, UK191 contributions
    Interesting and informative.
    What a fabulous place and so grateful to the owner ( Terry?)for taking the time to talk to us and tell us about the artists and the fantastic work that is going on. Do go- y ou won’t regret it.
    Thanks again for the information chat.
    Review of: TRIBE Cambodia
    Written March 13, 2020
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  • David D
    Devon, UK20,407 contributions
    Charming shop on a quirky street
    This small ceramic shop is situated in the attractive narrow and quirky street, Alley West, in the heart of downtown Siem Reap.

    The front of the building has quaint blue shutters on the windows and door and distressed brickwork on the outside was rather eye catching.

    Sunday 10th January, we were exploring Siem Reap, we discovered this shop and we had a walk about , there were some wonderful pieces of beautiful handmade pottery and ceramics on display along with other gift ideas.

    A charming little shop definitely worth a visit.
    Review of: Khmer Ceramics & Fine art Gallery
    Written January 25, 2019
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  • Richard M
    Sen Monorom, Cambodia1,258 contributions
    Beautiful paper-mache artwork
    I bought one of the Apsara heads that was made by Jayav Art a few years ago in Phnom Penh and wanted to see their workshop while in Siem Reap.

    They produce beautiful paper-mache artwork and then paint them to look like they are made of stone. Many of the designs are taken from the statues and wall reliefs of Angkor Wat. They are simply stunning. Sadly the workshop didn't seem to be open the day we visited. We really would have liked to see the craftspeople making the masks.

    If you are looking for some very beautiful and unique gifts to bring home then stop here. You wont be disappointed.
    Review of: Jayav Art
    Written July 7, 2019
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  • vicskyblue
    5 contributions
    Great museum
    A fabulous visit to this delightful museum.
    Great displays, wonderful hospitality and informative content.

    MOEUN OMRA and TRY SOKUNTHEARY were perfect guides, welcoming and knowledgable.

    Highly recommended - it’s a lovely and interesting way to spend an hour.
    Review of: MGC Asian Traditional Textiles Museum
    Written September 16, 2023
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  • angie rose
    Alameda, CA4 contributions
    This exhibition should be on your bucket list
    What an informative and valuable experience that everyone should have. I genuinely believe if the Seeing In The Dark exhibit were closer to town there would be a line out the door, it's a shame they receive so few guests. It's a cheap tuk tuk ride from town to have an educational experience that should be more readily available worldwide. Thank you Krousar Thmey and Cambodia for providing this unique opportunity. Go! (Side note: the school was renamed Siem Reap Special Education High School, but currently you can find it by Google both the new and old names). The exhibition is open every day from 3pm-6pm.
    Review of: Krousar Thmey Exhibition Hall
    Written February 29, 2020
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  • Nikki Hawes
    7 contributions
    Wonderful enterprise for young disadvantaged Cambodians
    A great shop to visit and learn about what this organisation does for youth. You can support by buying some of the art work produced by the young people. A variety of art and craft and prices. Inspirational.
    Review of: Colors of Cambodia Art School & Gallery
    Written October 14, 2019
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