Cambodian man builds airplane house inspired by dream of flying
The 'airplane house' built by Chrach Pov is seen in Siem Reap province, Cambodia, Feb 2, 2023
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PUBLISHED ONFebruary 06, 2023 9:59 AM
SIEM REAP, Cambodia — A Cambodian man, inspired by a lifelong dream of flying, has built a home that is modelled on a plane, complete with a fuselage-like structure standing six metres above the ground housing his two bedrooms and bathrooms.
The concrete construction, which has mock engines, wings and a tailplane, was built by Chrach Pov, 43, and has created a stir in the district of Siem Reap province where he lives.
"I am so excited that I can fulfil my dream now even though it is not yet 100 percent done," said Pov, who reckons he has spent about US$20,000 (S$26,470) so far after saving up for 30 years for the project.
The construction worker plans to build a coffee shop next to his home for visitors and still hopes to be able to fly on a real plane one day, despite admitting he is nervous about actually flying.
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