Chi Lang Pass

About this location

Chi Lang Pass - A historic valley nestled within the rocky mountains of Lang Son. Located in the Chi Lang valley, Lang Son province, Chi Lang Pass is a complex of historical sites associated with many significant events in Vietnamese history. The landscape is defined by a narrow valley surrounded by rocky mountain ranges, interspersed with the Thuong River, rice fields, village roads, and residential areas, creating a characteristic scenery of the northern mountainous region. The rocky terrain, valley, and natural paths create multi-layered landscapes, suitable for panoramic shots, wide-angle lenses, or scenes requiring a sense of scale, ruggedness, and isolation. Landmarks such as the Chi Lang Pass Rampart, Ngo The (Oath Alley), Quy Mon Quan (Demon Gate Pass), and Mat Quy (Devil's Face) Mountain can serve as focal points for historical reenactments, battle scenes, military marches, or period-accurate settings. Beyond its heritage value, the rice fields, village roads, and residential areas are well-suited for capturing daily life, labor, and rural activities. Chi Lang Pass is ideal for historical films, war dramas, feature films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials, especially for projects requiring a mountain forest backdrop combined with historical and cultural elements. Information compiled by: PTIT. Photo credits: Traveloka, MIA.vn, Dan Tri Newspaper, Vinpearl, Tuoi Tre Newspaper.

Location rules

• Ensure that the construction of sets, placement of props, technical equipment, lighting, and production vehicles do not damage structures, monuments, artifacts, natural landscapes, or protected cultural values.
• Do not obstruct tourism activities, sightseeing, or traffic, especially in high-traffic areas and tourist spots.
• Filming activities involving flycams or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) must comply with current legal regulations regarding flight management and permits.
• Do not litter, discharge wastewater, or cause environmental pollution; minimize the use of plastic waste and single-use materials.

Infrastructure

Special notes

• Rocky terrain, steep and slippery paths
• Risk of rockfall and landslides in mountainous areas