[2025 Siem Reap Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for Artisans Angkor (Updated May)

#wecreate 📍 Location: Chantiers-Ecoles Stung Thmey, Street, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Artisans Angkor is a Cambodian social business creating job opportunities for young people in rural areas, while reviving traditional Khmer craftsmanship. The organisation is located on Stung Thmey Street, 2 minutes walk from the Old Market in Siem Reap. This is a good place to visit to observe how silk products, paintings and stone figurines are made. You can support the craftsmen by purchasing a souvenir from the shop. Quality items but the prices are steep. 💲Price: Tour is free, but you will need at least $20 to purchase from the shop. #siemreap #angkor #handicraft #cambodia #silk

#thingstodo Lost in the labyrinth of ancient artistry, I wandered through the halls of Artisans Angkor at Chantiers-Ecoles Stung Thmey, mesmerized by the intricate carvings and vibrant tapestries. Each artifact seemed to whisper tales of a bygone era—the Angkor period—a time of unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship. As I delved deeper, artisans demonstrated their techniques, from delicate silk weaving to meticulous stone carving, preserving traditions that span centuries. Immersed in the rich cultural tapestry, I marveled at the fusion of tradition and innovation, a testament to Cambodia's enduring heritage. Emerging from this immersive journey, I carried with me not just souvenirs, but a newfound appreciation for the artisans who keep the legacy alive. That's a really cool thing to do when you're at Chantiers-Ecoles Stung Thmey, Street, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia.

From Wat Preah Prohm Roth, the driver took us to the handicraft school. The Handicraft School is committed to revitalizing Cambodian traditional culture that was destroyed by the Khmer Rouge and the Year of the War. This school specializes in teaching wood carving and stone carving techniques, traditional silk paintings, lacquer crafts and other techniques to impoverished youth. The school is located in a deep road, not far from the old market, with signs on Sivatha St. Part of the retailers profits are used to fund schools and allow more young people to join the training program. After arriving at the school, a Chinese-speaking guide was arranged to guide us to visit. It is free to visit here. There is also a beautiful shop in the school called Artisans d'Angkor, which sells everything from stone statues of Angkor period to imitations of wooden figures to home decoration decorations. As for the last time you dont buy something in the store, its up to you. Its not strong. The school can visit the craftsmanship process, most of them are young people. Every day, facing the visits of tourists, the young people are used to the crowd. Beautifully crafted Buddha statues are available in a variety of materials. The production process and craftsmanship are different. Some of them are in the form of logs. Some of them need to be plastered, cover the seams, and then color them. The price is high. A favorite friend who buys here can also be regarded as a support for public welfare. In addition, there are also their branches at the airport, and they also have the opportunity to buy when they leave Siem Reap.