The Russian Market, Phnom Penh

Located in the southern part of Phnom Penh the Russian  Market, so named from it's popularity with Soviet expatriates that lived in Phnom Penh in the 80's. Still one of two main markets inn the city it is a dizzying assault on your sense. The sounds colors, and smells are intense. You can litterally buy anything here from used motorbike and moped parts to some of the most exquisite local jewelry. The Fresh food section of this market usually means "alive" until you buy it. Although prosperity in town has changed the attitude towards bartering the deals are still there although one has to walkaway from negotiations more freqeuntly than in 2000.