'Kingdoms of Asia' at Fresno Chaffee Zoo to open in June

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- You'll soon be able to see more animals from around the world right here in the Central Valley.

Fresno Chaffee Zoo has announced the official opening of its newest exhibit, "Kingdoms of Asia."

The land located in the heart of the zoo will open to the general public on June 3.

Crews have been hard at work transforming the area featuring the sights of Southeast Asia.

Before you come face-to-face with wildlife, you'll enter through a large concrete temple themed after Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and walk into immersive jungle-like landscapes.

The zoo says it will house new exhibits for Malayan tigers, Komodo dragons, sloth bears, Asian songbirds and more.

Timed tickets will be available to purchase on the Zoo's website starting this Thursday.

If you are a Zoo Member, you can get an early preview from Thursday, May 25, to Wednesday, May 31.

"Kingdoms of Asia" funding was possible through Measure Z.

EDITOR'S NOTE: The video above is from a previous broadcast and will be updated.