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 Thanks for visiting, we are constantly updating our collection of Cambodian paintings, if you have any specific requests / painting styles that you would like to see, please do not hesitate to contact us. Any of the paintings directly below are available, the remain paintings on this page can be reproduced, please contact us for quotes.
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 The Khmer Rouge saw (Khmer: ) was the Communist party that ruled Cambodia -- which it renamed to Democratic Kampuchea -- from 1975 to 1979. The term "Khmer Rouge," meaning "Red Khmer" in French, was coined by Cambodian head of state Norodom Sihanouk and was later adopted in English. |
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We offer Cambodia silk, Cambodian Art and Cambodian handicrafts to individuals throughout the world. If you're interested in purchasing Cambodian Silks, Khmer art or learning about Cambodian Culture, this site is definitely for you! |
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 Khmer Cuisine is similar to that of its Southeast Asian neighbors. It is relatively unknown to the world compared to its neighbor but has been described as somewhat similar to Thai cuisine today. |
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 KSILKS now offers silk sheets, sheet sets, bed linens, pillowcases, and duvet covers made from 100% pure silk. Choose from many colors and sizes available. Silk bedding is naturally hypoallergenic and makes great allergy bedding for allergy and asthma sufferers not to mention the sheer thrill of waking to luxurious silk on your skin each morning. |
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Cambodian weddings can sometimes take days to complete, numerous ceremonies such as the 'haircutting' and bracelet tying ceremony among others share their roots to the 'village' days. Nowadays, wedding ceremony’s have modernized to a certain extent with a bridge of ceremonies. Regardless of the times, one can see by the video below and the various photos, that the wedding dress/style is breathtaking. |
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Reamker is a Cambodian epic poem, based on India's Ramayana epic. The name means "Glory of Rama" and was written in the 17th or 16th century. It changes the Hindu ideas to Buddhists ideas and shows the balance of good and evil in the world. |
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Cambodia is world renowned for its exquisite Silks, much of which is still traditionally hand-woven and dyed using natural colors from plants and minerals. These exquisite cloths pictured below are often worn during weddings, Traditional Celebrations and the more elaborate variety, during Classical Khmer Dance Performances.
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 Pictured are absolutely gorgeous Cambodian Sarong or Sampot. ‘SUM-POT!’ as referred to by the Khmer, are a common sight throughout modern Cambodia and historically, in Khmer Culture. These exquisite cloths are often worn during weddings, Traditional Celebrations and the more elaborate variety, during Classical Khmer Dance Performaces. |
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Pol Pot, Brother No. 1 in the Khmer Rouge regime, is a name that sends shivers down the spines of most Cambodians and foreigners alike. It is Pol Pot who is most associated with the bloody madness of the regime he led between 1975 and 1979, and his policies heaped misery, suffering and death on millions of Cambodians.
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 Cambodian Classical Dance is rich in history and cultural significance, below are various pictures depicting Cambodian dance with links to some fantastic articles/website of various aspects of Cambodia dance, such as the famous Apsara dancers, khmer music and various dance related articles: |
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 Well, having lived in Cambodia off and on for a 3 year period let me give my 2 cents of hotel advice. Whether you decide to go with an luxurious hotel, medium size or cheap it out on one of the many backpacker hang outs, Cambodia has no shortage of Hotels to fill your needs. |
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Videos...Collection of funny videos from various sources |
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Our silk sleeping bag liners are soft, elegant and light, completly 100% brand new and originate from a local handicraft organization in Cambodia who develop programs that aid landmine victims and other disabled Cambodians. Each liner comfortably fits one adult, and comes equipped with the following features:
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KSILKS is now offering a 25% discount on all products for a limited time!!!
The coupon code is 22bb84
Don't lose the coupon code, make sure to keep the code safe so you can benefit from this special offer.
when you visit http://ksilks.com/shop/ |
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Not exactly praising words regarding the extensive development of the Camco City building project... |
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 The colorful checked scarf known as the Krama is almost universally worn by rural Khmers (Cambodian’s) and is also popular in the cities. The scarves are made from cotton and the most famous of which are found in Kompong Cham and Takeo Provinces. |
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Bokator/Boxkator, or more formally, Labok Katao, Khmer martial art is possibly the predecessor of all Southeast Asian kickboxing styles. It is easy to believe that Bokator was the close quarter combat system used by the ancient armies of Angkor. The modern practioner of martial arts will recognise the more military style of Bokator.
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 Throughout Cambodia's history, religious principles guided and inspired its arts. A unique Khmer style emerged from the combination of indigenous animistic beliefs and the original Indian religions of Hinduism and Buddhism. |
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 Below we have a complete jewelry set which is typically found in a Cambodian Wedding. This set includes beaded bracelets, earrings, decorative hair pieces, short crown, belt (s) male and female, necklace, gong dai, gong cheung (worn during Cambodian dance). |
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 All about Cambodia in a nutshell, if you know nothing about Cambodia..start here: History, Politics, Foreign relations, Georgraphy, Economy, Demographics, Culture, Trasport, Airports this is the place to start for a quick synopsis! |
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 Now offering customized...yes customized, silk boxers. Description: KSILKS newest 'undertaking', soft silk lined boxers for men of all sizes and shapes. Stretched waistband, various colors as seen below available, sexy, slim boxer made from 100% silk, made to order. S M L XL XXL or just send us your waist size and color specification. |
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 KSILKS is a 5 year project led by project manager Andrew Rowe. and Jelena Zaric. Our core staff having lived in Cambodia, Vietnam and other parts of South East Asia for several years and seeing widespread poverty first hand were inspired to initiate a cause which would help support poverty stricken Cambodians. |
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 Anrote & Chheang: Traditionally used as Bamboo fishing traps and also used during traditional khmer dance. |
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This monograph explores how these and other Cambodian youth were forced to become Khmer Rouge cadres, how they were indoctrinated in the ideology of Democratic Kampuchea, how they were affected, and the violation of their rights. |
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 The Khmer empire was the largest contiguous Empire of South East Asia based in what is now Cambodia. The empire, which seceded from the kingdom of Chenla, at times ruled over and/or vassalised parts of modern-day Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. |
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Collection of Various Videos, some in Khmer some in English...comedy, culture etc...we will add to it periodically |
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 Hun Sen (born April 4, 1951) is the Prime Minister of Cambodia and is married to Bun Rany. He is a key leader of the Cambodian People's Party, which, has governed Cambodia in a coalition with the Funcinpec party since the restoration of multi-party democracy in 1993. |
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Khmer or Cambodian is the language of the Khmer people and the official language of Cambodia. One of the more prominent Austroasiatic languages, the language has been considerably influenced by Sanskrit and Pali, especially in the royal and religious registers, through the vehicles of Buddhism and Hinduism. |
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The Cambodian-Vietnamese War was a series of conflicts between the two countries, culminating in the Vietnamese invasion and subsequent occupation of Cambodia and the removal of Pol Pot's murderous Khmer Rouge regime from power. |
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Angkor Wat (or Angkor Vat) is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built for king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. The largest and best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre... |
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