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CRAFTS & INSTITUTIONS

 

 

 

  stone carving (masonry)

 

Cambodia

Masonry or stone carving is an ancient trade in Cambodia and is still widely practiced today.

 

Craftsmen can regularly be seen at work on the side of major roads between the capital and Siam Reap, both on the South route via Battambang and the North route via Baray.

 

  stone carving (masonry)

 

  stone carving (masonry)

 

After the initial rough cutting is done and the following finer work is completed, a skilled worker will correct the last details with sandpaper.