Dai Giac Pagoda

About this location

Dai Giac Ancient Pagoda - Dong Nai Dai Giac Co Tu, located on Cu Lao Pho (Bien Hoa, Dong Nai), is an ancient pagoda built in 1665 and recognized as a National Historical and Artistic Relic in 1990. It deeply embodies the heritage of the southern settlement period and the Nguyen Dynasty. Set within a spacious 3,000m² campus facing the Dong Nai River, the site features traditional 'three-entrance' (chu tam) architecture, towering round wooden columns, antique horizontal lacquer boards (hoanh phi), jackfruit-wood Buddha statues offered by King Gia Long, and an ancient stupa garden, creating a serene and nostalgic spiritual atmosphere. Information compiled by: PTIT. Photo source: PTIT.

Film information

This location is highly suitable for historical dramas, period pieces, semi-historical films, cultural-artistic documentaries, or cinematic projects requiring a solemn Buddhist architectural setting by the river.

Location rules

• Strictly prohibited content: disclosing state secrets, propagating against the State, distorting history, violating sovereignty, undermining national solidarity, and insulting national figures or heroes (Article 9 of the Cinema Law).
• Strict compliance with regulations on protecting the National Historical and Artistic Relic (Dai Giac Co Tu) and the religious/spiritual living space is required; absolutely no interference with precious artifacts, treasures, or sacred worship areas.
• Foreign film crews are required to use film production services provided by Vietnamese cinematic establishments in accordance with current laws.
• The Executive Board of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha of Dong Nai Province / The Pagoda Abbot shall coordinate with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai Province and the Relic Management Board.
• Crews must submit an official request letter, detailed script, or synopsis of the scenes to be filmed at the relic site for competent authorities to review and approve.
• Comply with the opening hours of the relic/religious site; minimize night shooting or loud noises that affect the daily lives of the nuns and local residents.
• The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) is prohibited unless airpsace clearance has been officially authorized by military authorities and the Relic Management Board; high-power lights that directly affect wooden artifacts and ancient architecture must not be used.
• Visitors, crew members, and actors must wear modest and respectful attire (long trousers, sleeved shirts, no short or revealing clothing) and strictly respect the sanctity of the relic and religious site; actors may only change costumes in areas permitted by the pagoda.
• Preserve the landscape and surroundings; strictly avoid trespassing on properties and ancient artifacts within the worship area.

Infrastructure

Special notes

• Risks regarding regulations on protecting national relics and ancient artifacts
• Risks regarding religious activities and visitors