Histoire
Blog articles on the topic "Histoire".
27 articles
Discovering the Temples of Angkor
Angkor Wat embodies the grandeur of the Khmer empire on its own. Between sacred architecture, bas-reliefs, majestic towers, and religious symbols, the site fascinates as much as it moves.
The Cambodian Krama
In Cambodge, the krama transcends its status as a simple garment. A scarf, sarong, baby carrier, or bundle cloth, this checkered fabric has accompanied Khmer people through daily life for centuries.
The New Currency Museum of Phnom Penh
In Phnom Penh, the Preah Srey Icanavaraman Museum retraces Cambodia's monetary history, from the Funan era to present-day economic issues, through coins, banknotes, and archives.
In Search of the Lost Artifact
With Urban Tales, Phnom Penh becomes the setting for an immersive investigation. Archives, local actors, riddles, and urban exploration plunge travelers into an adventure inspired by the year 1882.
The Expedition of a Lifetime: Kayaking up the Mekong
Nine months, six countries, one mythical river: Arthur Fourdraine is preparing an extreme adventure on the Mekong, with the ambition to document the lives of riverside communities and local environmental threats.
Cambodia meets its destiny
The AFF Suzuki Cup begins in Phnom Penh with a significant challenge for Cambodia: facing Malaysia under the eyes of Keisuke Honda, the highly anticipated new coach.
Currency in Cambodia
The Cambodian riel carries within it a rich history: currencies of the Funan Empire, colonial piastre, disappearance under the Khmer Rouge, national restoration, and coexistence with the US dollar.
Beer in Cambodge
Angkor Beer, Cambodia Beer, Kingdom Breweries or Botanico: Cambodge is developing a local brewing culture, balancing major national brands with new craft beers.
Cambodia's History Through Its Flag
Through its colors, symbols, and successive versions, the Cambodian flag reflects the major political upheavals of the nation since 1863, leading to the present-day Khmer kingdom.
A as in Apsaras... the celestial dancers of Cambodia
Like other extraordinary creatures, the Apsaras were born from the churning of the Sea of Milk, an event drawn from one of the most important and ancient myths of Hindu cosmology.
Football in Cambodia: myth or reality?
From early historic successes to SEA Games ambitions, Cambodian football advances between popular passion, structural limits, youth development and dreams of excellence.
Her Majesty Queen Monique
Portrait of Norodom Monineath Sihanouk, Queen Mother of Cambodia, from her childhood in Saigon to her role beside Norodom Sihanouk, between royal history, exile and her return to Phnom Penh.