A SEAL YOU TRUST.
Introducing the Seal of Authenticity for handicraft made in Siem Reap |
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SIEM RIEP: RICH IN UNIQUE HANDICRAFT
Siem Reap artisans are known for their craftsmanship and creative talent. Their love for culture is expressed in the unique handicrafts and
artworks they produce. Many shops and markets in Siem Reap Province are proof of the diverse handicraft sector.
As demand is high, so is supply. Local producers compete against imports of China, Thailand and Vietnam.
Most tourists though would like to buy a souvenir made by artisans in Siem Reap Province. For this reason the
Angkor Handicraft Association (AHA) with the support of the Provincial Government
decided to introduce a Seal of Authenticity. It helps you to
distinguish local products from
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THE SEAL:
ATTACHED TO THE PRODUCT
You find the Seal of Authenticity attached to products that
have been permitted by the Angkor Handicraft Association to
bear the Seal. The Association is officially registered under
Siem Reap government regulation. It is open to Siem Reap
based handicraft producers that work with artisans in the
Province.
Many products bear the Seal: silverware, stone art, bronze
statues, bamboo products, bags, handwoven textiles, gifts
and souvenirs and many others. Some products will have the
Seal attached to the bottom. Others will have it tagged on. In
all cases it’s the printed golden Seal as shown in this leaflet. |
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WHERE TO BUY
Products that bear the Seal of Authenticity can be
found in numerous shops and markets in Siem Reap
City and villages in the province. Watch out for the
banner or poster in shops. The Angkor Handicraft
Association (www.aha-kh.com) maintains a detailed
list of shops and producers for your information
THE SEAL HELPS !
Despite increasing tourism and great craftsmanship
many local handicraft enterprises and families
remain poor. They suffer from the import of industrial
produced souvenirs. The Seal of Authenticity guaran
tees that you are getting a unique item from Siem
Reap artisans. Your purchase supports the social
and economic development of local villagers and
handicraft families. |
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The Angkor Handicraft Association (AHA) was
formed in 2011 by leading handicraft enterprises in
Siem Reap Province. AHA’s mission is to strengthen
the handicraft sector in Siem Reap. The Angkor
Handicraft Association promotes enterprises in Siem
Reap Province that are committed to highest
standards in design and craftsmanship.
Angkor Handicraft Association (AHA), Siem Reap,
Cambodia
Website: www.aha-kh.com; info@aha-kh.com
Tel: +855 78 34 14 54 (English), Tel: +855 78 34 14 04 (Khmer) |
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