Relocating somewhere else outside your native country is always a very exciting yet worrying step. Especially, if the land of your choice isn’t a cozy European state but something much more exotic.  If you already chose Cambodia as your place to be, you probably researched tons of information online and while there are many articles about history, culture, and overall flavor of Cambodia,...

The Russian Market area is a big, busy district to navigate on a regular day. However, it is one of the best areas in Phnom Penh to get the best “finds” for both tourists and locals alike. Whether you are looking for items, food or a home, the Russian Market is the place to go. Tuol Tom Poung is called Russian Market. It is located in Monivong Boulevard and Mao Tse Tung. It’s called Russian...

7 Makara is part of Prampir Meakkakra District, the smallest district. When viewed on a map, it right in the center – making it the geographical heart of the city. The district is home to Olympic Stadium, O’Russey Market and the Borei Keila gated community. It is also the location of Cuba Embassy and the German Embassy. International and local F&B outlets, retail stores, and coffee shops are...

BKK2 and BKK3 are small areas of Chamkarmon. Both inside the major roads of Sihanouk Blvd and Monivong Blvd. BKK2 is located in the south of the Olympic Market. BKK3 lies west of BKK1 and the north of the Russian Market. Real Estate at a Glance BKK2 and BKK3 are cheaper options of housing spaces. BKK1 offers expats a home that is close to the major establishments. The nearby BKK2 and BKK3...

BKK1 is the central business district of the city. It is an expat area lined with embassies, hotels, restaurants, bars, and many others. BKK1 is also where most of the business transactions take place. Foreign Capital The district is known as the “foreign capital” since the early ’80s. It is located at the north end of Sihanouk Blvd and southeast of Independence Monument. It borders the...

Chroy Changvar is a residential and industrial district. It occupies the slice of land between Tonle Sap and Mekong River. The once marshy area is now one of the few satellite cities in Phnom Penh. The district covers five communes. It includes Chroy Changvar, Preaek Lieb, Preaek Ta Sek, Kaoh Dach, and Bak Khaeng. It enjoyed significant development in the last few years. This is due to the construction...

Tonle Bassac is part of Chamkarmon. It located on the west side of Bassac River, circled by Sihanouk Blvd and Norodom Blvd. The area has small alleys and roads that branch off the larger streets. It is a district with quiet streets, in the middle of busy Phnom Penh. Recently, there are big developments on the west side of Bassac River. Sofitel Hotel, AEON Mall, Diamond Island, and Naga World have...

Toul Kork translates to “ground hill” in Khmer. It is located in the north and northeast of central Phnom Penh. Boeung Kak comprises the areas around Boeung Kak Lake and the developed areas to the west. Boeung Kak 1 & 2 are on the main roads of Russian Confederation Blvd, and Monivong Boulevard. The small district has 7.99 km land area. It is a fast-developing district with growth similar to...

Daun Penh is located on the banks of the Tonle Bassac River. The area is best known for riverside restaurants and the nightlife scene on Street 51. Like most of Phnom Penh, this area is undergoing some rapid development. Much of the development is for commercial purposes. However, there are new residential apartment constructions. There are also renovations of older style housing. The Riverside...

Here we will provide all you need to know regarding Cambodian property title information. The official document that confirms ownership of a property in Cambodia is referred to as a title or deed. All Cambodian title information was destroyed during the 1975 to 1979 period and in 2001 a revised Cambodian Land Law was approved and passed which clarified property ownership in the Kingdom allowing for over 2...