The seahorse statue is designed with a height of 8 meters, located in the central square of Kampot city. The seahorse statue is made of high-quality composite material, has bright colors and is decorated with sophisticated motifs.
The special feature of this project is the ability to spray water from the seahorse's mouth. The modernly designed water spray system creates powerful and beautiful water jets, contributing to the beauty of the square and attracting the attention of visitors.
Seahorse statue spraying water in Cambodia
According to Khmer Times, on the first day of opening, the seahorse fountain welcomed a large number of visitors. Many people took photos and posted them on social media, and jokingly named the statue “Singapore”. The seahorse statue also reminds many people of other fountains in the region, such as the Merlion mascot of Singapore, the carp transforming into a dragon of Vietnam, and the Naga dragon of Thailand.
The seahorse statue in Kampot Bay is not only a new tourist symbol, but also a testament to the tourism development potential of Kampot. The seahorse fountain is one of the projects built to awaken the potential of Kampot city, which is known as the sleeping coastal city on the Gulf of Thailand. This city is adjacent to the sea, has a large river flowing through it, has caves and waterfalls, the rhythm of urban life is balanced with peaceful countryside, but has not been able to develop tourism due to poor promotion.
Seahorses have long been considered a symbol of prosperity, luck and success in the cultures of many countries, including Cambodia. The image of seahorses spraying water symbolizes a new beginning, bringing good things to the locals and visitors here.
