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All life’s a stage for Sofitel manager

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Phnom Penh Post - Fri, 2012-04-27 10:04
He knows Mick Jagger speaks French and likes French breakfast and calls on Phnom Penh residents to visit and not be frightened of the luxurious surroundings. catched

Sraung Preah ceremony: Is misunderstanding mainstream?

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Phnom Penh Post - Wed, 2012-04-11 08:40
Sraung Preah, a Buddhist ceremony of purification by water, falls over Khmer New Year.

It's a popular tradition over the holiday along with taking food to the pagoda and playing games. catched

Which traditional game is your favourite for Khmer New Year?

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Phnom Penh Post - Wed, 2012-04-11 08:27
 Soueng Lyly, 22, student at Royal University of Agriculture

“My favourite Khmer game to play is Jol Choung. Jol Choung isn’t only fun, but it improves my attention. The game requires two groups – one group throws the choung – which is any sort of soft ball wrapped up in traditional fabric, krama – and the other group has to catch it. If the second group fails to catch the choung, then they’re asked to sing or dance to a traditional Khmer song.” Sao Layhour, 19, student at University of Cambodia catched