Giac Lam Pagoda
565 Lac Long Quan, Bay Hien Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Production ready
PAI 3.3
Crew size: Small (1-15)
Processing time: 6 days
Category: Heritage structures & landscapes
Giac Lam Pagoda - A space of Southern Vietnamese Buddhist architecture Giac Lam Pagoda is located at 565 Lac Long Quan Street, Bay Hien Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda was founded in 1744 on Cam Son hill and was recognized as a national historical and cultural relic under Decision No. 1288-VH/QD dated November 16, 1988. The site's prominent value lies in its long history and its system of Southern Buddhist architecture and sculpture. The pagoda follows a 'Tam' (three-section) layout, consisting of the main hall, lecture hall, and monks' quarters. The main hall houses 113 ancient statues, along with features such as a seven-story relic stupa and a tomb tower area. These elements create a characteristic visual profile, including tiled roofs, wooden structures, altars, decorative patterns, and lush greenery. Regarding filming potential, the setting is suitable for historical dramas, socio-cultural films, and documentaries, especially for scenes requiring traditional Buddhist spaces, ancient architecture, and religious life. Content summary: PTIT Photo source: PTIT
Location fees
General information
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Deposit
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Notes
There is currently no legal regulation regarding a standard fee. Film crews should contact the site management unit directly for specific guidance.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies are available for domestic and international film crews.
Applicable conditions
Film crews must submit an official request detailing the crew size and filming schedule. A script or content summary may be required for review and approval by the management unit: - For international film crews: Applications must be submitted to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to obtain a permit for providing filming services in Vietnam. The processing time is 20 days from the date of receiving a complete and valid application. - For domestic film crews: No permit from state cinema management agencies is required, but permission must be obtained directly from the site's management unit.
Location rules
Strictly prohibited content: disclosing state secrets, anti-state propaganda, distorting history, infringing upon sovereignty, undermining national unity, or insulting national heroes and historical figures. (Article 9, Cinema Law)
Special attention is required when filming in protected areas of the Cu Chi Tunnels Special National Relic and the Independence Palace Special National Relic, while also complying with specialized management regulations for military, security, and defense areas.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
16-45 seat vehicle
Car / 16-seat vehicle
Motorbike
Container truck
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Transport service
Authority coordination support
Low noise
Facilities
Near hospital
4G/5G internet
Waiting area
Set building area
Water source
Restrooms
Special Hazards
Crowd density and religious activities
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
28°C
Feels like 32.4°C
Weather
Mưa nhẹ
Humidity 75%
Wind direction
Northeast
13.8 m/s
Sunrise / sunset
