Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake)

Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake)

Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Phường Hoàn Kiếm, Ha Noi City

Production ready

PAI 3.7

Crew size: Large (50+)

Processing time: 6 days

Category: Heritage, history & culture

Hoan Kiem Lake - A historical landmark in the heart of Hanoi. Located in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Hoan Kiem Lake is a Special National Monument associated with the legend of King Le Loi returning his precious sword to the Golden Turtle God following the Lam Son uprising. Over the centuries, the lake has become an essential part of the Thang Long - Hanoi cultural landscape, deeply connected to the community life and identity of the capital. The complex includes Turtle Tower, Ngoc Son Temple, The Huc Bridge, Pen Tower, and Ink Slab Tower. The lake surface, Turtle Tower, The Huc Bridge, tree-lined paths, and surrounding structures form a highly iconic sequence of locations. Wide shots are ideal for capturing the relationship between the water and the urban environment, while mid-shots and close-ups highlight the architecture, characters, and cultural activities. Camera angles along the lake axis or directed toward Turtle Tower help create depth, while natural light at different times of the day offers a variety of visual moods. Its historical value, legends, and unique cultural space make Hoan Kiem Lake suitable for historical films, dramas, television series, documentaries, and artistic works exploring the memories, culture, lifestyle, and identity of Hanoi. Information compiled by: PTIT Photo credits: Thuthuatphanmen, Vietnammedia.

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Location fees

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General information

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Filming location fee schedule

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Applicable policy

Fee discount/waiver policy

Preferential policies apply for domestic and international film crews.

Applicable conditions

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Location rules

Permits: Official requests must be submitted to the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports and the Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter. If filming at Ngoc Son Temple, additional permission from the temple's management board is required.

Drone/Flycam: Strictly prohibited due to proximity to key government offices. Special authorization from the Department of Operations (Ministry of National Defense) is mandatory.

Timing: The pedestrian zone operates from Friday evening through Sunday; the area is extremely crowded during this time, making set control difficult. Weekdays are recommended for scenes requiring tranquility.

Security: It is strictly forbidden to trespass on the small islands (except for Ngoc Island, which houses Ngoc Son Temple) and to pollute the lake water.

Infrastructure

Accessibility

16-45 seat vehicle

Car / 16-seat vehicle

Container truck

Motorbike

Production support

Drone filming allowed

Night filming allowed

Low noise

Facilities

Near hospital

4G/5G internet

Set building area

Water source

Backup power

Restrooms

Location map

Contact information

ManagerUBND Thành Phố Hà Nội
AddressĐường Đinh Tiên Hoàng, phường Hoàn Kiếm, thành phố Hà Nội
Working hours8:00 - 17:00 từ Thứ 2 - Thứ 6 hàng tuần
Phone number02439.264.381

Temperature

32.3°C

Feels like 32.2°C

Weather

Sương mù

Humidity 75%

Wind direction

Northeast

12.2 m/s

Sunrise / sunset

06:02|18:02

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