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Thanh Hoa Province

Thanh Hoa, a land of "extraordinary people and sacred earth," serves as the gateway connecting Northern and Central Vietnam, offering one of the most diverse natural and historical landscapes in the North. The beauty of Thanh Hoa is vividly captured through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, national historical and spiritual monuments such as Lam Kinh and Ba Trieu Temple, and a diverse ecosystem ranging from the pristine forests of Pu Luong and Ben En to bustling beaches like Sam Son and Hai Tien. Beyond its deep traditional culture and unique local cuisine, Thanh Hoa today asserts its position as a dynamic economic and service hub with comprehensive transport infrastructure (expressways, Nghi Son seaport, etc.) and a rapidly developing system of accommodation and production logistics. For filmmakers, Thanh Hoa offers the potential of a large-scale "open studio" with diverse filming locations. The seamless transition from ancient citadel architecture and majestic nature to modern urban life and coastal scenery makes Thanh Hoa an ideal destination, fully catering to historical dramas, period pieces, action films, documentaries, and commercial media projects.

Overview

Thanh Hoa, a land of "extraordinary people and sacred earth," serves as the gateway connecting Northern and Central Vietnam, offering one of the most diverse natural and historical landscapes in the North. The beauty of Thanh Hoa is vividly captured through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, national historical and spiritual monuments such as Lam Kinh and Ba Trieu Temple, and a diverse ecosystem ranging from the pristine forests of Pu Luong and Ben En to bustling beaches like Sam Son and Hai Tien. Beyond its deep traditional culture and unique local cuisine, Thanh Hoa today asserts its position as a dynamic economic and service hub with comprehensive transport infrastructure (expressways, Nghi Son seaport, etc.) and a rapidly developing system of accommodation and production logistics. For filmmakers, Thanh Hoa offers the potential of a large-scale "open studio" with diverse filming locations. The seamless transition from ancient citadel architecture and majestic nature to modern urban life and coastal scenery makes Thanh Hoa an ideal destination, fully catering to historical dramas, period pieces, action films, documentaries, and commercial media projects.

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PRODUCTION-READY

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Filming locations

6 days

Permit processing time

6 vehicle types

Accessibility

Medium / Small

Suitable crew size

Available

Local Support Agencies

9

Filming locations

6 days

Permit processing time

6 vehicle types

Accessibility

Medium / Small

Suitable crew size

Available

Local Support Agencies

FEATURED LOCATIONS IN THANH HOA PROVINCE

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Cam Luong Holy Fish Stream

Cam Luong Holy Fish Stream

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

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Ho Dynasty Citadel

Ho Dynasty Citadel

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

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Lam Kinh Historical Site

Lam Kinh Historical Site

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

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Trinh Lord Palace (Phủ Trịnh)

Trinh Lord Palace (Phủ Trịnh)

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

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Ben En National Park

Ben En National Park

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Ban Don

Ban Don

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

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Ba Trieu Temple Relic Site

Ba Trieu Temple Relic Site

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Dong Son Ancient Village

Dong Son Ancient Village

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Hon Me Island

Hon Me Island

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

View details

Cam Luong Holy Fish Stream

Cam Luong Holy Fish Stream

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

View details

Ho Dynasty Citadel

Ho Dynasty Citadel

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Lam Kinh Historical Site

Lam Kinh Historical Site

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Trinh Lord Palace (Phủ Trịnh)

Trinh Lord Palace (Phủ Trịnh)

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Ben En National Park

Ben En National Park

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Ban Don

Ban Don

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Ba Trieu Temple Relic Site

Ba Trieu Temple Relic Site

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Dong Son Ancient Village

Dong Son Ancient Village

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Hon Me Island

Hon Me Island

Thanh Hoa Province

PAI 3.0

Production ready

Permit processing time6 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

View details

FINANCIAL SUPPORT & INCENTIVES

Support / fee waiver policies

Accommodation support

Transport support

International crew / project support

PROCEDURES & PERMITS

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Average permit processing time6 days
Receiving agencyDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Thanh Hoa Province
Submission addressNo. 101 Nguyen Trai, Hac Thanh Ward, Thanh Hoa Province
Contact emailsvhttdl@thanhhoa.gov.vn
Contact information02376.660.000
Permit workflow
  • Step 1:Prepare the application documents (synopsis, crew list, and specific filming schedule and locations).
  • Step 2:Submit the application for the permit at the One-Stop Shop of the Thanh Hoa Department of Culture and Sports.
  • Step 3:Awaiting review, providing location explanations (if requested), and receiving the permit.

INFRASTRUCTURE

A. Access & accommodation

Transport infrastructure

Railway station, Seaport, Inter-provincial expressway

Vehicle accessibility

Accessible by container trucks, Accessible by 16-45 seat coaches, Accessible by motorcycles and basic vehicles, Accessible by heavy-duty trucks, Accessible by 16-seat vans and passenger cars, Accessible by boat

Accommodation quality

8 4-5 star hotels, 31 3-star hotels, 192 homestays

B. Operational support capacity

Transport & mobility support

Taxi, 16-45 seat vehicle rental, Ride-hailing services

Equipment availability

Basic equipment

Local support manpower

Extras, Drivers, Logistics, Loading/Unloading crew, Security

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Thanh Hoa Province offers attractive financial incentives for international and domestic film crews. Contact the locality for details on tax relief, fee waivers, and production cost support.