Chino Hills, California: Ancient Egypt Temple in Shopping Plaza
Not even ancient by American standards, this elaborate replica of several recognizable ancient Egyptian temples was built for a theme restaurant to open in 2020. Covid ruined those plans, and the impressive building remains empty.
- Address:
- 4525 Chino Hills Pkwy, Chino Hills, CA
- Directions:
- CA-71/Chino Valley Fwy exit 8. Turn east onto Ramona Ave. At the stoplight turn right onto Chino Hills Pkwy, then make a quick right into The Commons shopping plaza. Drive straight in; you'll see the building ahead on the right.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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The Egyptian Building is in The Commons at Chino Hills, a small shopping mall in Chino Hills. It imitates the style of the temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt.
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This was supposed to be a restaurant, Farou Food, that was to open in early 2020. The pandemic ruined those plans, and the building, like those ancient temples, is uninhabited.