Cambodia Town

A statue looks out on Anaheim Street in Long Beach, known as the Cambodian capital of the U.S.  (Luis Sinco / LAT)

The Cambodian flag flies over Anaheim Street in Long Beach.  (Luis Sinco / LAT)

Veasna Kiet, who runs Phnom Penh Express travel agency, said the new name makes him proud. “We live far away from our country,” he said. “Now we have a hometown here.”  (Luis Sinco / LAT)

Cambodian statues on display at Angkorwat Art on Anaheim Street.  (Luis Sinco / LAT)

Artwork on a schoolyard fence reflects the Cambodian population of Long Beach.  (Luis Sinco / LAT)

Patrons dine at a restaurant in the newly designated Cambodia Town.  (Luis Sinco / LAT)