DTH

Product Updates

go Local in Phnom Penh and Kratie

Share

Want to see a different side of Phnom Penh and Kratie? In Cambodia’s capital city, the locals head to Prek Leap where a number of small restaurants consist of scattered dining platforms on the riverbank, on the water – even in the trees! The Golden River Restaurant is a particular favourite and where Diethelm takes guests for a Go Local experience.

Additionally, an interesting Go Local destination in Kratie is Angkor Ban, a group of seven villages located along the Mekong River, several of which are home to the “Indigo Community.” Here, the local specialty is using indigo dye silk and cotton in the traditional manner. Caring for Young Khmer (CYK), a Japanese NGO, has encouraged local women to practise and preserve the arts of weaving and natural dyeing. Many of these traditional skills were lost in the aftermath of the civil war, but CYK has helped revitalised these artisan communities which are especially known for their “ikat” woven fabrics.

 

For reservations or more information about Diethelm Travel Cambodia’s Go Local experiences, please contact us here.

Related Articles

explore coastal wonders in Borneo by bicycle

Set along Borneo’s beautiful western coastline, the Diethelm Distinctive Borneo Coastal Day Ride allows travellers to leisurely cycle on quiet...
Read More

explore Angkor with an eco-friendly electric car

There’s a new way to discover the historic temples of Angkor – by the 100% electric car, Bluesummer. In addition...
Read More