Nam O Fish Sauce Village

About this location

Nam O Fish Sauce Village - A 400-year-old coastal craft legacy. Located at the foot of Hai Van Pass, Nam O Fish Sauce Village in Hai Van Ward, Da Nang City, preserves the soul of an ancient fishing village dating back over four centuries. The landscape is defined by moss-covered tiled roofs overlooking the waves, stretches of fine sand shaded by casuarina trees, and the distinct, salty aroma of the sea. The value of this National Intangible Cultural Heritage shines through rows of ceramic jars meticulously sun-dried, the traditional anchovy fermentation process, and the gentle, authentic rhythm of local fishermen. For production crews, Nam O offers rustic and authentic visual textures in every frame. The vibrant, sun-drenched scenes of labor and the rich coastal identity make this an ideal set for family dramas, social realist films, and heritage documentaries. Content summary: PTIT Photo credits: Sovaba Travel, DIFF 2026, DanangBest, etc.

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, Law on Cinema)
• - Special caution is required when filming in Zone I protection areas of Special National Monuments (e.g., Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Temple of Literature), the Ba Dinh political center (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, National Assembly Building), and military, security, or defense zones as per specialized regulations.
• - Foreign film crews are required to use production services provided by a Vietnamese film entity.

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