Traditional brooms used to clean Angkor area in Siem Reap
Siem Reap residents are using traditional handmade brooms to maintain the cleanliness of the Angkor temple complex.
Monday 2 November · 20:18 · 1 min read
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- Residents of Somrong village in Siem Reap make traditional brooms from local plants like 'poach' and 'black pepper vine'. [1]
- These brooms are used for cleaning public areas, including the Angkor temple complex. [1]
- The craft of broom-making is passed down through generations, providing a supplemental income for villagers. [1]
What happened
In Siem Reap, residents of Somrong village continue the tradition of making handmade brooms from local plants. These brooms are used for cleaning various areas, including the historically significant Angkor temple complex.
Why it matters
Using traditional brooms helps preserve a local craft and provides a sustainable method for cleaning heritage sites like Angkor, potentially offering a more environmentally friendly approach.
Background
The brooms are made from plants like 'poach' and 'black pepper vine' and are sold to middlemen for a small profit. Villagers often combine broom-making with farming or other work.
Sources (1)
[1] Kohsantepheap Daily ប្រើប្រាស់ឧបករណ៍ប្រពៃណីអ្នកខេត្តសៀមរាប សម្អាតតំបន់អង្គរ 2 Nov Read originalWas this explainer clear?
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