Californian zoo features ancient Khmer Empire influences, style

via Phnom Penh Post, 18 June 2023: Fresno Chaffee Zoo’s new exhibit, Kingdoms of Asia, offers an immersive journey into Southeast Asian cultural heritage and wildlife, authentically replicating ancient Cambodian temples and landscapes with guidance from local Cambodian advisors, while also housing a diverse range of species imported from Cambodia and other Southeast Asian regions.

As visitors make their way inside, a remarkable sight awaits on the right side. Intricate temple ruins with interwoven roots create a scene reminiscent of the enchanting atmosphere found in Ta Prohm.

It is important to note, however, that despite the astonishing similarities to the renowned Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom, this captivating setting exists far from the ancient ruins.

The Kingdoms of Asia is a newly established section within the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, where visitors can embark on a captivating journey through the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Source: Californian zoo features ancient Khmer Empire influences, style | Phnom Penh Post