Chau Sa Ancient Citadel

About this location

Chau Sa Ancient Citadel - The Imprint of Champa Fortifications along the Tra Khuc River Located in Tinh Khe Commune, Quang Ngai Province, Chau Sa Ancient Citadel is a Champa earthen fortress featuring inner walls, outer walls, and moats integrated with the natural terrain. Datable to approximately the 9th-10th centuries, Chau Sa reflects ancient Champa construction techniques, defensive organization, and cultural heritage. The earthen ramparts, citadel mounds, and riverbank landscapes create distinctive visual values suitable for capturing panoramic wide shots, tracking shots along the fortifications, and scenes recreating ancient spaces. This location is ideal for historical dramas, period pieces, archaeological documentaries, films featuring Champa culture, and productions exploring themes of warfare, trade, and ancient civilian life. Compiled by: PTIT. Photo source: Internet.

Location rules

• - Strictly prohibited contents: disclosing state secrets, 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 legally required to use film production services provided by a Vietnamese film establishment.
• - Do not arbitrarily excavate, level, drive stakes, erect structures, or move soil and rocks within the inner citadel, outer citadel, and areas with archaeological traces.
• - Do not climb, sit, or place heavy equipment on sections of the ramparts showing signs of degradation or erosion.
• - Do not use fire, smoke, chemicals, coloring agents, or effects that could alter the soil surface and impact the heritage site.
• - When filming historical reenactments, specialized plans for props, costumes, and staging must be implemented; do not drive nails, tie ropes, or attach equipment directly to the heritage structures.
• - Areas currently undergoing archaeological excavation or containing newly discovered artifacts must strictly follow the guidance of specialized authorities; do not independently record close-ups of artifacts or place equipment within restricted protection zones.

Infrastructure

Special notes

• Degraded ancient walls, earthen foundations, and moat topography