Chic Cambodia

Beyond its ancient Angkor Wat temple complex, the country is on a journey of modernisation, with Siem Reap now known for its contemporary scene

The Cambodian city has a contemporary side, with stylish hotels, fancy food and modern art.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
The famed Angkor Wat temple complex (above) is best seen at sunrise, although sleepyheads can opt for sunset.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
Travellers can explore different sites, including the Ta Prohm temple (above).
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Eclipse show (above), which mashes storytelling, acrobatics, Apsara classic dance and original live music in a playful, modern style.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
Le Malraux Cafe is a French brasserie set in a quaint alley in Siem Reap, where relaxed cafes and inventive restaurants have sprung up.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
The variety of alcoholic beverages at Phum Baitang resort's stylish Cigar & Cocktail Lounge includes infused gin.
Theam's House, the home and atelier of contemporary Cambodian artist and designer Lim Muy Theam, features haunting, acrylic red-hued portraits of ordinary people in the notorious Tuol Sleng prison of the 1970s. Phare, The Cambodian Circus' folksy Ecl
Mie Cafe's fusion minced chicken (above) is topped with fire ants. PHOTOS: BELMOND LA RESIDENCE D'ANGKOR, LEE SIEW HUA, MICHEL DVORAK
Lee Siew Hua
Travel Editor
Updated
Nov 18, 2018, 09:46 PM
Published
Nov 18, 2018, 05:00 AM
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I admire the gorgeously plated minced chicken invigorated with tender local herbs and topped with parmesan cheese and a blue-hued butterfly pea flower.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on November 18, 2018, with the headline Chic Cambodia. Subscribe

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