Thuy Trung Tien Temple

About this location

Thuy Trung Tien Temple - A Folk Belief Space on Truc Bach Lake Thuy Trung Tien Temple, also known as Thuy Trung Tien Tu or Cau Nhi Temple, is located on a small island in the northern part of Truc Bach Lake, connected to Thanh Nien Road by a stone bridge. The temple sits within the characteristic landscape of the West Lake - Truc Bach area, featuring traditional temple architecture with curved tiled roofs, a triple-gate (tam quan), and surrounding greenery. According to folklore, the temple dates back to the Ly Dynasty, associated with omens regarding the ascension of King Ly Thai To and the worship of the Dog Mother (Cau Mau) and Dog Puppy (Cau Nhi). Over time, the temple has also been associated with the worship of Mau Thoai, the guardian goddess of rivers and waters. The structure was demolished in 1982, restored starting in 2015, and inaugurated in 2017. The island setting, stone bridge, and temple architecture provide excellent conditions for wide shots, medium shots, perspective frames through tree foliage, and reflections on the water's surface. This location is suitable for historical films, period dramas, psychological dramas, art films, documentaries on folk beliefs and Thang Long - Hanoi culture, as well as productions exploring spiritual life within an urban setting. Compiled by: PTIT. Photo source: PTIT

Location rules

• Strictly prohibited content: disclosing state secrets, disseminating anti-state propaganda, distorting history, infringing upon sovereignty, undermining national solidarity, and insulting prominent figures or national heroes. (Article 9, Cinema Law)
• International film crews are strictly required to use film production services provided by Vietnamese film establishments.
• Do not arbitrarily move, touch, or use worship items, altars, stone steles, horizontal lacquered boards (hoanh phi), parallel sentences (cau doi), and artifacts in the temple as props.
• For filming inside the main sanctuary, agreements must be made in advance regarding content, crew size, lighting equipment, and the recording of religious activities.
• Limit the use of high-power audio systems, intense lighting, or extended filming sessions that may disrupt local residents and religious activities.
• The use of flycams (drones) must comply with flight regulations, restricted airspace checks, and obtaining approval from competent authorities.

Infrastructure

Special notes

• Limited filming space