Aryamann
Indian expat in Cambodia
Forum posts
17
About me
Indian
Lives in Phnom Penh
Speaks English, German, Hindi
Registration: 25 February 2011
Activity
Volunteering in Cambodia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Cambodia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
We used to run a weekend charity classroom project in rural Sri Lanka for 4 years teaching children and young adults English and computer skills. Have relocated to PP Cambodia and would love to do something similar here. Looking around for the ... Read More
Gyms in Phnom Penh by nukacolatruck
Hi everyone, Just a general question on which you think are the best gyms in Phnom Penh in terms of value? I used to go to Phnom Penh Sports Club but I'd like to try out a different gym or just to get your views really on the best gyms in the ...
Rent a house in a gated Borey community, and jog/run within the Borey. Works great for me. Super safe and zero gym fees. Read More
Driving in Cambodia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Cambodia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Most of the locals do not own a driving license. Common to see underage drivers. Drive slow and you'll be fine. Driving here keeps you very alert and there has been a marked improvement in my peripheral vision. Zero road rage--no eyeballing, ... Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hey everybody, Just relocated to PP from Colombo, Sri Lanka; this April. Found great digs in a gated community, super security & no flooding. Love the food and abundance of fresh fruit. Glad I'm here. :) Read More
Organic vegetables - suggestions welcome. by Aryamann
Hey Fellow expats, I've started cultivating fruits and veggies using organic inputs in upcountry Sri Lanka. I already grow Chinese cabbage, Japanese cauliflower, malaysian pumpkins, Pak choy, kale, Habaneros, Jalapenos, purple cabbage and many ...
Thanks for the feedback, Reebs. Yes, we are trying to grow Zucchini and already grow cherry tomatoes as well as some local varieties. There are a lot of additives used to keep the veggies look/stay fresh at retail, this would explain why they look ... Read More
Organic vegetables - suggestions welcome.
Hey Fellow expats, I've started cultivating fruits and veggies using organic inputs in upcountry Sri Lanka. I already grow Chinese cabbage, Japanese cauliflower, malaysian pumpkins, Pak choy, kale, Habaneros, Jalapenos, purple cabbage and many ... Read More
is there a good dentist in Colombo? by elladik
i would be very grateful if someone can recommend a really good, tried and trusted dentist in Colombo. many thanks!
Hi, You can try Dr Chinnaiah, he's quite senior and has a private practise off Duplication road. He did a nerve filling for me last month - not too pricey and did a great job. All the best. Read More
foreign buyers and leasers tax by keith4
I have just read that the government have passed a bill on Feb 11 closing the gap that allows foreign buyers to lease instead of buy to avoid the 100%tax rate. I think this is draconian, to say the least if it is true. I was really planning to come ...
Hi Keith I was at the Ministry of land development today A.M. Foreigners must pay 100% tax if land purchased from a private party. It is possible for foreigners to lease property directly from the Government, you will need to get a company ... Read More
Presentation of new members in Colombo by expatblog
Welcome on 色花堂 and in Colombo :) We invite all the new members in Colombo and surroundings to present themselves in this discussion. Are you living since some time in Colombo or immediate surroundings? Did you just arrive in Colombo? What ...
Hello All. I've been living in this country since 2003. Love the greenery and fairly unspoilt outdoors outside of Colombo. Srilanka is gorgeous, the people in rural areas are wonderful. Lots of fun outdoorsy options on weekends. Read More