Cambodian Valentine's Day- Not All a Bed of Roses

In a recent survey 47.4% of Cambodian men said 'they were prepared to have sexual intercourse with their female partner on Valentine's Day whether or not she was willing.' 

That's an appalling figure, yet it represents a 14 percentage points improvement on the last survey carried out in 2009.

Last year the Cambodian government sent Phnom Penh police officers out and about the city to 'preserve Cambodian culture' by chasing away young couples attempting to check into guesthouses.

This year such action is not needed claim officials as the youngsters are now more aware of 'such stuff.' 

One of many temporary flower stalls set up for Valentine's Day
on Mao Tse Toung Boulevard.

Happy Cambodian Valentine's!

The enthusiasm for this event is gradually building.


This year, small sidewalk flower and balloon venders have popped up across Phnom Penh. From car boots outside universities and schools, offerings of cheap and cheerful floral arrangements declare they love you.


Very cute - and it meant - today this teacher was given a beautiful pale pink rose by one of her students.