The Phsar Thmei — "new market" in Khmer — is one of the great market buildings of Southeast Asia. Four covered wings radiate from a vast central rotunda crammed with gold and silver jewellery stalls. The wings sell everything from electronics and watches to flowers, T-shirts and household goods, with the surrounding outdoor stalls handling fresh produce, fish and meat.
Even if you have no intention of buying anything, the building is worth a visit. Come early in the morning to see it at its busiest, or late afternoon when the slanting light makes the yellow dome glow. Bargain hard and check goods carefully — fake watches and electronics are common.