Truc Lam Zen Monastery
Quang Duc Village, Provincial Road 643, Tuy An Nam Commune, Dak Lak Province
Production ready
PAI 3.3
Crew size: Small (1-15)
Processing time: 6 days
Category: Heritage, history & culture
Truc Lam Phu Yen Zen Monastery - A Buddhist sanctuary in the highlands Truc Lam Phu Yen Zen Monastery is located in Quang Duc village, Tuy An Nam commune, Dak Lak province, on a hill approximately 400 meters high, nestled amidst mountains and forests with views overlooking the Tuy Hoa area, Chop Chai mountain, and the sea. Belonging to the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen tradition, the monastery was established to meet the spiritual practice and study needs of monks, nuns, and Buddhists. Its elevated location offers a distinct advantage for spatial depth and panoramic angles; the tile-roofed architecture, traditional three-entrance gate (tam quan), and Buddhist structures create strong foreground focal points, while the mountains, plains, and sea open up into a majestic background. This location is well-suited for documentaries, cultural and religious films, psychological dramas, television series, and productions exploring monastic life, nature, and spiritual realms. Information compiled by: PTIT Photo source: PTIT
Location fees
General information
Charging model
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Deposit
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Notes
There are currently no statutory general fee rates. Crews must contact the location management unit directly for specific guidance.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies apply to domestic and international film crews
Applicable conditions
Production crews must submit an official request letter, provide details on crew size and filming schedule, and may be required to submit a script or synopsis for management approval: - For international film crews: Applications must be submitted to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to obtain a License for Providing Film Production Services Using Locations in Vietnam. Processing time is 20 days from the date of receiving a complete and valid dossier. - For domestic film crews: No permit is required from state management agencies for cinema, but direct permission must be obtained from the agency or unit managing the location.
Location rules
Strictly prohibited content: revealing state secrets, opposing the State, distorting history, infringing upon sovereignty, undermining national solidarity, and insulting prominent figures or national heroes. (Article 9, Cinema Law)
Special care must be taken when filming in Zone I protection areas of the Buon Ma Thuot Prison Special National Monument and the Truong Son - Ho Chi Minh Trail Special National Monument, protection areas of national and provincial monuments in Dak Lak province, and military, security, and defense zones in accordance with specialized management regulations.
International film crews are legally required to use film production services provided by Vietnamese film enterprises.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
16-45 seat vehicle
Car / 16-seat vehicle
Container truck
Motorbike
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Transport service
Authority coordination support
Low noise
Facilities
Three-phase power
Near hospital
4G/5G internet
Waiting area
Set building area
Water source
Restrooms
Special Hazards
High-altitude terrain and steep access roads
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
32.9°C
Feels like 33.1°C
Weather
Mây rải rác
Humidity 72%
Wind direction
Southwest
7.3 m/s
Sunrise / sunset
