CAMBODIA – Siem Reap – Visit of Golden Silk Farm

Description

Golden Silk Pheach is a non-governmental organization producing ecological and sustainable premium-quality silk products. The organization was founded in 2002 with the hope of reviving traditional silk textile uses and its techniques. More than just an educational workshop during which travelers learn about the production process from silkworm to a final piece, this place is a perfect example of the Khmer heritage of art and culture.

From the farming of silkworms to the final design, everything is made according to the traditional way, one precise step at a time. Golden Silk Pheach provides living quarters for disadvantaged Khmers, who live within 12 kilometers of the preservation workshop. Most of them have worked with Golden Silk since the very beginning.

Each piece of textile comes specifically from the farm and its workshop. Pieces are handmade and take about 5 months to 1 year to produce; a long and meticulous process, which makes each piece unique. Here the silk becomes art. Most of their creations are not for sale, but used for exhibitions all around the world to showcase this special and beautiful facet of Cambodian heritage.

During the visit, led by the founder of Golden Silk, and former Director of the National Center of Cambodian Silk, participants will discover the step-by-step production process.

Selling points

• Golden Silk Pheach Preservation Center is one of the few remaining fully integrated silk producers
• Learn about the ancient process of Cambodian silk production
• Enjoy the guided visit of the NGO directly inside the different workshops

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Economic Impact

Additional Information

Discover Cambodia’s rare silk heritage at a community-run farm that preserves traditional weaving techniques and provides meaningful employment for disadvantaged local artisans. Your visit supports sustainable production, cultural preservation, and the revival of a centuries-old craft while promoting responsible, community-based tourism.

Time And Transportation

Duration

The visit last about 2 hours

Min pax

1

Max pax

50 pax for the visit, 150 for seating arrangement

How to sell it

• 2-hour visit
• Easy to combine into programs of Banteay Srei visit
• Recommended for high-end clients, with special interest for arts, silk or culture and for MICE group, yet suitable for all
• Socially responsible project
• Guided tour in English and French
• The visit of this project is the perfect way to learn about the Khmer Culture and Art as the founder shares her knowledge and her passion for the Khmer customs making this visit unforgettable
• Part of a shopping day product in conjunction with other products made in Cambodia
• Avoid the visit at noon because it is outdoor visit and it is a bit hot
  
• It is not valuable to come from Siem Reap to visit this place only, as the localisation is a bit far
• The only silk factory in Cambodia doing everything from A to Z. They do not sell their silk out or buy the silk from outside.

Why this activity

• The only silk factory in Cambodia doing everything from A to Z. They do not sell their silk out or buy the silk from outside.
• A unique and out of tourism path
• it’s a family silk factory
• Support an NGO
• the founder are passionate about their place

Good to combine with

• It is a great combination with Banteay Srei or Kbal Spean in the morning or afternoon.

Do not combine with

• CAMBODIA – Siem Reap – Visit the Silk Farm & workshops of Artisans Angkor

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

offered by all competitor.

Nevertheless, we have possible extras which can make the visit unique

Pros

• good relationship with the supplier

Information

Website

Steps of the visit :

• welcome
• explanation of the Silk in Khmer history
• presentation of the mulberry trees
• circle of life of the golden silkworm
• Fiber extraction
• Fiber selection
• Design
• Dying method
• Weaving
• Shop

Alerts

• Closure are subject to Public Holidays.
• Operating hours: Monday to half Saturday.
• From Monday to Friday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 16:00, and on Saturday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 12:00.
• The supplier will maintain this schedule until further notice.

Important information

• Closure are subject to Public Holidays.
• Operating hours: Monday to half Saturday.
• From Monday to Friday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 16:00, and on Saturday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 12:00.
• The supplier will maintain this schedule until further notice.

Price range

$

Inclusion

• Entrance fee
• Visit of the workshops
• Lead by the owner

Exclusion

• Transportation
• Guide
• Snacks
• Cold water

Possible Extra

• Silk scarf as welcome gift
• Sunset drink / Tea time overlooking the workshops
• Catering :
  • Incentive or exclusive privatize dinner/aperitif

Important notes

• Operating hours: Monday to half Saturday.
• From Monday to Friday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 16:00, and on Saturday, the operating hours are from 08:00 to 12:00.
• The supplier will maintain this schedule until further notice.
• Booking at least 1 day in advance
• Payment by cash on spot

Special Guide notes

Mention to the guide to :

• call 1 hour in advance
• follow the tour for leading and translation purposes
• pay on spot

Different Choice

• Silk scarf as welcome gift
• Sunset drink / Tea time overlooking the workshops
• Catering :
  • Incentive or exclusive privatize dinner/aperitif

Contact

email: sales@goldensilk.org, Tel: 012 596 811

English

Visit of the Golden Silk Farm

Founded in 2002, the Golden Silk Pheach Preservation Center is a non-governmental organization producing ecological and sustainable premium-quality silk products, hoping to revive the traditional silk textile industry. More than a workshop, this place is a perfect example of the Khmer heritage of art and culture. From the farming of silkworms to the final design, everything is made according to the traditional way, one precise step at a time.

All employees are disadvantaged Khmer people who live within 12 kilometers of the workshop, and most have worked with Golden Silk since the very beginning. Most of their creations are not for sale, but used for exhibitions all around the world to showcase this special and beautiful facet of Cambodian heritage.

During the visit, led by the founder of Golden Silk, and former Director of the National Center of Cambodian Silk, you will discover the step-by-step production process. At the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to try spinning silk yourself!

Distance: 40 kilometers – 1 hour from Siem Reap 

Notes: 

Open Monday to half Saturday. Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:00). Saturday (08:00 -12:00). 

Option: Public holiday visit – upon request and subject to availability

French

Visite de la Ferme de Golden Silk (la soie dorée)

Fondée en 2002, Golden Silk est une ONG qui crée des produits en soie de qualité supérieure en utilisant des procédés écologiques et durables dans l’espoir de relancer les textiles traditionnels en soie. Plus qu’un atelier, cet endroit est le parfait exemple de patrimoine artistique et culturel Khmer. De l’élevage des vers à soie jusqu’au produit final, tout est fait en respectant les procédés traditionnels, un produit après l’autre. Tous les employés sont des Khmers défavorisés vivant dans les environs proches de l’atelier et la plupart d’entre eux travaillent avec Golden Silk depuis le début. La majorité de leurs créations ne sont pas à vendre mais elles sont exposées dans le monde entier afin de mettre en valeur ce bel aspect du patrimoine cambodgien. Pendant la visite effectuée par le fondateur de Golden Silk, l’ancien directeur du Centre National de la Soie Cambodgienne, vous découvrirez le processus de fabrication pas à pas. A la fin du tour, vous aurez l’opportunité de vous essayer au filage de la soie.

Distance : 40 kilomètres – 1 heure de Siem Reap 

Remarques : 

Ouvert du lundi au demi-samedi. Du lundi au vendredi (08h00 – 16h00). Le samedi (08h00 – 12h00)

Option : visite pendant Jour férié – sur demande et en fonction des disponibilités

Spanish

Visita a la granja de Golden Silk

Golden Silk es una organización no gubernamental que fabrica productos de seda ecológica y sostenible de primera calidad y que se fundó en 2002 con la esperanza de revivir el sector textil de la seda tradicional. Más que un taller, este lugar es un ejemplo perfecto del patrimonio de arte y cultura Khmer. Desde el cuidado de los gusanos de seda hasta el diseño final, todo ello se realiza mediante el método tradicional, un artículo detrás de otro. Todos los trabajadores son personas Khmer desfavorecidas que viven en un radio de 12 kilómetros del taller y la mayoría de ellos trabajan con Golden Silk desde sus inicios. La mayoría de las creaciones no están a la venta, sino que se utilizan en exposiciones en todo el mundo para exhibir esta parte tan especial y preciosa del patrimonio camboyano.

Durante la visita dirigida por el fundador de Golden Silk, antiguo director del Centro Nacional de Seda Camboyana, descubrirá paso a paso todo el proceso. Al final del tour, tendrá la oportunidad de probar usted mismo a hilar seda.

Distancia: 40 kilómetros – 1 hora desde Siem Reap
Observaciones:
Abierto de lunes a medio sábado. De lunes a viernes (08:00 – 16:00). Sábado (08:00 – 12:00)
Opción: visita en día festivo – bajo petición y según disponibilidad

Italian

Visita della Golden Silk Farm

Fondata nel 2002 con la speranza di riportare in vita l’interesse per la seta, Golden Silk è un’organizzazione non governativa che produce manufatti di seta di alta qualità in maniera ecologica e sostenibili. Questo luogo rappresenta un vero e proprio esempio dell’eredità culturale ed artistica Khmer. Dalla coltivazione dei bachi da seta, fino al design finale, tutto il processo di produzione artigianale si attiene alle tecniche tradizionali del passato. Tutti i lavoratori sono khmer svantaggiati, che vivono nell’area circostante e collaborano con Golden Silk sin dalla sua fondazione. La maggior parte delle creazioni non sono in vendita, ma vengono inviate nel mondo intero come esempio dell’eredità khmer da mostrare durante esibizioni e fiere. Durante la visita con il fondatore, l’ex direttore del Centro Nazionale per le Seta Cambogiana, scoprirete passo dopo passo tutti i procedimenti della creazione di uno di questi eleganti manufatti. Al termine del tour, avrete anche l’opportunità di cimentarvi nella filatura della seta.

Distanza: 40 chilometri – 1 ora da Siem Reap
Osservazioni:
Aperto da lunedì a metà sabato. Dal lunedì al venerdì (08:00 – 16:00). Sabato (08:00 – 12:00).
Opzione: visita nei giorni festivi – su richiesta e secondo disponibilità

German

Besuch der Golden-Silk-Farm

Gegründet 2002, ist Golden Silk eine nichtstaatliche Organisation, die ökologische und nachhaltige Seidenprodukte in Premium-Qualität mit dem Ziel produziert, traditionelle Seidentextilien wiederzubeleben. Die Werkstatt ist das perfekte Beispiel für das Khmer-Erbe von Kunst und Kultur.

Von der Züchtung der Seidenraupen bis zum fertigen Design wird alles auf traditionelle Weise hergestellt; immer nur ein Stück auf einmal.

Alle Arbeiter sind benachteiligte Khmer, die in einem Umkreis von 12 Kilometern um die Werkstatt herum leben; die meisten arbeiten schon von Beginn an für Golden Silk. Ein Großteil ihrer Kreationen stehen nicht zum Verkauf, dienen allerdings als Ausstellungsstücke auf der ganzen Welt, um diesen speziellen und schönen Teil das kambodschanischen Erbes zu zeigen.

Während Ihres Besuchs von Golden Silk wird Ihnen der Gründer und frühere Direktor des National Center of Cambodian Silk alle Schritte des Seidenherstellungsprozesses erläutern. Am Ende der Tour haben Sie die Möglichkeit, sich selbst im Spinnen von Seide zu versuchen.

Entfernung: 40 Kilometer – 1 Stunde von Siem Reap
Anmerkungen:
Geöffnet von Montag bis halben Samstag. Montag bis Freitag (08:00 – 16:00). Samstag (08:00 -12:00).
Option: Besuch an Feiertagen – auf Anfrage und je nach Verfügbarkeit

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