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Hon Ngu Island

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Hon Ngu Island (4km from the mainland), Cua Lo Ward, Nghe An Province

PAI 60.0Crew size: Large (50+)Processing time: 4 daysCategory: Sea, beaches, bays & islands

About this location

Hon Ngu Island - A coastal, island, and spiritual cultural space in Nghe An. Located off the coast of Cua Lo town, Nghe An, Hon Ngu Island is a cluster of two islands, large and small, characterized by rocky mountain terrain amidst a vast sea. The island is home to Song Ngu Pagoda, a site deeply connected to the cultural and spiritual life of the local residents. The combination of coastal landscapes, rocky mountains, and spiritual spaces creates a distinctive setting for the Nghe An coastal region. With its diverse natural terrain, Hon Ngu offers opportunities for various types of shots, ranging from panoramic island views and wide-angle aerial shots to close-ups capturing the rocky terrain and vegetation. The open sea provides visual depth, while Song Ngu Pagoda adds a unique cultural and spiritual layer to the setting. The shifting light over the water, particularly at sunrise and sunset, creates ideal conditions for visually rich cinematography. This location is suitable for feature films, historical dramas, travelogues, documentaries, and works exploring coastal landscapes, spiritual culture, and the nature of Nghe An, subject to specific filming areas, accessibility, and local permitting regulations. Information compiled by: PTIT. Photo credits: Vinwonder, Foody, Lao Dong Newspaper, Nghe An Newspaper.

Location rules

  • Film crews must coordinate in advance with the relevant management authorities when organizing shoots, especially regarding the transport of personnel and equipment by boat, filming at sea, or the use of drones/flycams.

Infrastructure

Accessibility

  • Canoe
  • Boat

Facilities

  • Waiting area
  • Set building area
  • Water source
  • Restrooms

Production support

  • Drone filming allowed
  • Night filming allowed
  • Transport service
  • Low noise

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