Inspired by dream of flying, Cambodian man builds ‘airplane house’
The “airplane house” built by Chrach Pov is seen in Siem Reap province, Cambodia, February 2, 2023. REUTERS
SIEM REAP, Cambodia — A Cambodian man, inspired by a lifelong dream of flying, has built a home that is modeled on a plane, complete with a fuselage-like structure standing 6 meters (19.69 ft) 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 fulfill my dream now even though it is not yet 100 percent done,” said Pov, who reckons he has spent about $20,000 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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