What you can expect in our walking tours
Battambang, a colonial city with an eclectic style and a lot of history, attracts an ever-growing movement of artists who make Cambodia's second largest city their home. This movement is most evident in the growing presence of local galleries, boutiques, cafés and bars. You will not only get an insight into the often creative thoughts of the resident artists, but you will also learn what drives artists who flock to Battambang to express themselves through art and design. A well-rounded, culturally immersive day as we learn about Battambang's art culture, the colonial time or the lost place and their history
Our Tours
We offer 3 types of tours.
They all are walking tours.
We have the "Art Experience" tour, the "City History Overview" tour and special a "Lost Places" tour.
During the private "Art Experience" tour we will visit an artist in her private atelier and while enjoying refreshments you can have a talk about art and the life of an artist. Besides that, we will have a closer look at some street art, Murals and Ateliers.
Within the "Lost Places" tour we will visit the inside of 1 -2 old cinemas and you will have plenty of time to take pictures. Besides that, we will visit some hidden places behind the housings where people live.
Within the "City History & Overview" tour I will give you a short glance about the history of Cambodia and especially about the history of Battambang. Along the way I will give you small typical snacks at the locals.
Price
- Private Art Experience Tour
3h, up to 4 persons $60,
each additional person $15,
max. 8 persons
(pick-up at accommodation, incl. visit of an artist's studio) - Public Art Experience Tour
2h, $12/person,
every saturday
min. participants 2 persons,
meeting point at the river
(meeting point....) - Lost Places Tour
4h, up to 4 persons $90,
each additional person $20,
max. 8 persons,
(pick up at accommodation, incl. access to at least one building, incl. photo permission) - City History & Overview Tour
3h, up to 4 persons $60,
each additional person $15,
max. 8 persons
(pick-up at accommodation, incl. small snacks at some locals)
(All tours are walking tours)
ART Experience
As an artist and city guide in Battambang, I am always fascinated by the art and street art that can be found in our city. I appreciate the importance of art and history in our city and enjoy sharing my knowledge about it with our tourists.
Battambang's history is rich with cultural influences and art forms that are still present in our city today. From the temples and pagodas to the old French colonial buildings, there is much to discover and learn.
Street art is also an important part of our city and shows the creativity and passion of our residents. I like to take our tourists around the streets of Battambang to admire the different street art works and learn the stories behind them.
Lost Places
The Lost Places Tour in Battambang is an unforgettable experience for anyone interested in history and culture. This tour takes you to the abandoned places in the city that were once an important part of the cultural heritage but are now forgotten and abandoned.
One of the stops on the tour is the old Battambang cinema. Here you can step back in time and imagine what it must have been like when the cinema was still in operation. Visiting the cinema is a unique opportunity to learn and understand the history of Battambang.
Another stop on the tour are the backyards of old residential houses. Here you can experience the architecture and lifestyle of people in the past. These lost places are an important part of Battambang's history and should definitely be visited.
City History & Overview
A tour in the centre of Battambang is a great way to explore the city in a unique way. Walking through the streets and alleys of the city, you can experience the history and culture first hand. The city is known for its architecture, arts and crafts, and culinary delights. A city tour gives you the opportunity to discover all these things and learn more about life in Battambang. The tour will take you to the main sights and monuments of the city and give you an insight into the daily life of the locals. It is definitely an experience not to be missed when visiting Battambang. From the times of the kings to the ones before the Khmer Rouge until now.
Follow us on an inspiring tour through Battambang center.
We will guide you
Poy Chhunly
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Koeurm Kolab
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About us
As artists, it is important for us to position ourselves clearly and communicate our vision and philosophy. We believe that art is a powerful way to express emotions and inspire change. That is why we are committed to making art accessible to all and to ensuring that it plays an important role in society. We want our art to inspire and provoke thought. Through our work, we want to bring about positive change and help make the world a better place.
Poy Chhunly
Poy Chhunly is a versatile artist who graduated from Phare Ponleu Selpak Visual Arts School in Battambang, Cambodia, as well as the Ecole Pivaut in France. His artistic pursuits encompass a range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, video, and animation. In 2006, Chhunly founded "1000hands animation studio," the first animation studio in Cambodia, located on the Phare Ponleu Selpak campus.
Chhunly's talent and dedication to animation were recognized early on. In 2007, his short animation film secured the first prize at the Cambofest film festival. Additionally, another of his short animations titled "Revive" was showcased in numerous festivals across various cities, such as Paris, France; Long Beach, California, USA; Vientiane, Laos; and Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
In 2014, Chhunly worked as an animation manager for Phare Creative Studio. Then, in 2016, he had the opportunity to share his knowledge and expertise in animation by teaching at the Visual Applied Art School of Phare Ponleu Selpak. Currently, he manages his own studio known as "Poy Studio."
Throughout his career, Chhunly has exhibited his artworks and sculptures in various locations, including Battambang, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and China. Notably, in 2018, he had the opportunity to exhibit his works in France, further expanding his artistic reach.
Koeurm Kolab
Koeurm Kolab is a talented artist who holds degrees from the Visual and Applied Arts School of Phare Ponleu Selpak in Battambang, Cambodia, and the esteemed Ecole Pivaut in France. Her artistic expertise encompasses a wide range of mediums, including painting, video production, background design, and makeup effects.
In 2006, Kolab worked at the Animation Studio located within the Phare Ponleu Selpak Campus, specializing in background design. Since then, she has been an integral part of the Visual and Applied Arts School of Phare Ponleu Selpak, where she shares her knowledge and skills in subjects such as Graphic Design and Animation.
Kolab's artworks have been showcased in various exhibitions throughout Battambang, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap in Cambodia, as well as in France, India, Korea, and Thailand. Her most recent exhibition took place in early 2021 in Phnom Penh.
Notable workshop experiences in her career include serving as a Graphic Design and Animation teacher at Phare Ponleu Selpak in 2020, participating in the American Film Showcase in Laos in 2019, and attending Camp L.e.a.d in 2017. She has also received training in subjects such as Psycho-Pedagogy, Teaching Method Systems, Animation with Flash, and Bande dessinée.
Kolab's artistic endeavors have been recognized through group exhibitions and solo showcases. Noteworthy group exhibitions include "White Canvas" in Thailand (2022), "Penh Art" at AIR Gallery in Phnom Penh (2022), and "Thnok Tuek" at Danwon Art Museum in Ansan, Korea (2019). Her solo exhibitions include "Anonymous Heirloom" in Phnom Penh (2021), "Small Peace" at Alliance Française in Siem Reap (2019), and "Thnok Tuek" in Siem Reap (2018).
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