Ghenh Temple

About this location

Ghenh Temple - Historical Heritage Filming Location Associated with Empress Y Lan Ghenh Temple, also known as Ba Tam Temple, located in Ngoc Quynh village, Nhu Quynh town, Van Lam district, Hung Yen province, is a national historical relic dedicated to Linh Nhan Imperial Mother Y Lan, wife of King Ly Thanh Tong and mother of King Ly Nhan Tong. Situated in the homeland of Empress Y Lan, the site preserves numerous historical and cultural imprints associated with figures from the Ly dynasty. The ancient wooden architectural system featuring the Front Ceremonial Hall (Bai duong), Rear Sanctuary (Hau cung), and Three-Entrance Gate (Tam quan), surrounded by a spacious courtyard and leafy trees, provides an ideal setting for scenes recreating an ancient spiritual space, Ly dynasty royal life, traditional customs, and nostalgic storytelling. The harmonious blend of traditional materials and natural lighting creates multi-layered, deep spatial dimensions, contributing to culturally rich and cinematic visuals. The architecture and landscape at Ghenh Temple are well-suited for historical films, cultural films, television dramas, documentaries, commercials, music videos, and art programs. The unified organization of the location, combined with its long-standing heritage value, meets diverse staging requirements while authentically recreating ancient Vietnamese spaces and enhancing the visual quality of cinematic works. Information source compiled by: PTIT Photo source: PTIT

Location rules

• Strictly prohibited content: disclosing state secrets, propagating against the State, distorting history, infringing upon sovereignty, undermining national solidarity, and insulting national celebrities or heroes. (Article 9, Cinema Law)
• International film crews are required to use film production services provided by a Vietnamese film establishment.
• A filming permit from the local cultural management agency (Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hung Yen Province) and the direct approval and supervision of the Relic Management Board throughout the filming process are mandatory.
• Strictly forbidden to use adhesive tape, drive nails, or allow heavy equipment to collide with and scratch or damage the surfaces of ancient wooden architecture, tile roofs, and artifacts or ritual objects within the temple grounds.
• Strictly forbidden to use artificial smoke and fire or excessive incense burning; safe distances and heat control from high-capacity lighting equipment must be maintained to prevent fire and explosion risks to the wooden structures.
• 100% of crew members must wear polite and modest attire; maintain order, refrain from placing tripods/equipment on altars, and strictly avoid disrupting the religious activities of local residents.

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