Cambodia Shopping by Mekong Delta Travel
Shopping: Antiques, woodcarvings, papier mâché masks, brass figurines, kramas (checked scarves), material for sarongs and hols, and items and jewelry made of gold, silver and precious stones are Cambodia’s best buys. Visitors are advised that there are strict controls on the export of antiques - and stone carvings in particular. The Central Market, Tuol Tom Pong Market and the Old Market are among the best places for buying jewelry and the Fine Arts School sells many of the above goods in its shop. Clothing and materials are available at the Central Market.
Shopping hours
Mon-Sun 0800-2000.
Currency Information:
Currency
Riel (KHR). Notes are in denominations of KHR100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200 and 100.
Currency exchange
US Dollars and Thai Baht are widely accepted and exchanged, but other currencies are generally not recognized.
Credit & debit cards
Credit cards are not generally accepted, but can be used in upmarket hotels and restaurants catering to visitors. There are no ATMs in Cambodia. It is always best to carry cash (US dollars if necessary) in small denominations.
Traveller's cheques
Limited acceptance. Traveller's cheques are generally not recommended. Traveller's cheques in US dollars can be changed at the official rate at the Foreign Trade Bank in Phnom Penh, and other larger banks and hotels.
Currency restrictions
Import and export of local currency is prohibited. Foreign currency may be exported up to the limit declared at customs on arrival. Amounts over US$10,000 have to be declared.
Exchange rate indicators
Date At time of publishing
£1.00 7225.30
$1.00 4094.35
Banking hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1500. Some banks are open on Saturdays.
