An insider’s guide to Siem Reap boutiques and galleries
Siem Reap is renowned for its majestic temples, but for those who seek to uncover the city’s distinctive and authentic essence, there is much more to discover. Siem Reap boasts a flourishing community of artists, artisans, and craftsmen. I’ve been fortunate to witness the evolution of this remarkable design scene since its early beginnings. Since […]
Nia retreats at Maison Polanka: an emotional journey with Debbie Lee Van Ginkel
My journey with Nia began in 2000 at the Grand Hotel d’Angkor, where I was introduced to this unique practice by Isabella, a Swedish spa specialist. In the serene wooden pavilion of the Raffles gardens and even in the pool, I experienced the special movements of Nia. However, it was during my time in Beijing, […]
The story of Maison Polanka houses
In 1992, Jean Pierre arrived in Siem Reap with the project of opening a vocational training school. He chose to rent this house, away from the city center and from the main streets, next to the pagoda Polanka and near the river. When Nathalie met him in Angkor in 1994, the house acted like a […]
