Truc Lam An Giang Zen Monastery
Le Thanh Ton - Le Loi Street, Thoai Son Commune, An Giang Province
About this location
Truc Lam An Giang Zen Monastery – A Sanctuary of Serenity Located in Thoai Son District, Truc Lam An Giang Zen Monastery was initiated in 2017 and inaugurated in 2022. Spanning nearly 15 hectares with 18 distinct structures, it stands as a prominent spiritual landmark, embodying the essence of the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect amidst the riverine landscape of the Mekong Delta. The site offers a striking visual backdrop, blending traditional Truc Lam Yen Tu wooden architecture, stone elements, and curved tiled roofs with picturesque natural scenery. The majestic Tam Quan Gate rests against Sap Mountain, while the expansive Main Hall features an imposing vaulted ceiling. The symmetrical Bell and Drum Towers house a bronze bell standing 2 meters tall with a diameter of 1.4 meters. A cinematic highlight is its elevated position on a hill, offering panoramic views of the tranquil Ong Thoai Lake, a vast koi/catfish pond at the entrance, and the winding limestone mountain ecosystem. Natural light reflecting from the lake onto the dark wood of the Main Hall creates a serene, ethereal, and poetic frame. Suitable for historical dramas, period films set in monastic environments, contemporary social dramas exploring themes of inner peace, architectural and religious documentaries, or grand-scale landscape cinematography. Information compiled by: PTIT. Photo source: PTIT.
Location rules
- Preserve the original state of all facilities, wooden structures, bell and drum towers, landscaping, and water bodies; do not alter the layout or install equipment that may damage the heritage site.
- Maintain absolute silence; avoid loud talking or noise that may disturb the monastic practices of monks and Buddhist practitioners (especially during scheduled retreats).
- Adhere to a modest and respectful dress code.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
- 16-45 seat vehicle
- Car / 16-seat vehicle
- Container truck
- Motorbike
Facilities
- Near hospital
- 4G/5G internet
- Waiting area
- Set building area
- Water source
- Backup power
- Restrooms
Production support
- Drone filming allowed
- Night filming allowed
- Authority coordination support
- Low noise
Special notes
- Steep hilly terrain and stone-paved paths near the water can be slippery when transporting heavy filming equipment.
- High volume of Buddhist practitioners during retreat sessions (the 3rd Sunday of every month) or major religious festivals.
