Out and About: Russian Market

I spent more than 3 days documenting markets in Phnom Penh for Cambodia Angkor Air's Inflight magazine, see the tear sheets from the magazine here.

What is a holiday in Cambodia without an exciting trip to a local market or two? Exploring the markets in and out Phnom Penh can be exhilarating and overwhelming at times - there is a vast array of items to be found, from fresh food and souvenir items to clothing and even getting nail art done.

The Russian Market, popularly known as Phsar Toul Tom Poung to locals, is a favourite to tourists and is possibly the best market in Phnom Penh to buy souvenirs. It might not look like much from the outside, but once you go in, you will find a treasure trove of antiques, beautifully hand-carved statues, colourful silk scarves, souvenir t-shirts. To the East you will find food stalls all lined up. Stop by Mr. Bounnareth's, and have some authentic Khmer iced coffee or espresso, dubbed as the best iced coffee in Phnom Penh. He has been giving both locals and foreigners their caffeine fix for the past 34 years.