The Shaolin tradition, which has its roots in the ancient Shaolin Monastery in Zhengzhou, stands as a central pillar of Chinese martial arts, blending spiritual and physical disciplines. This year, the 13th China Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival celebrates this legacy, drawing martial artists from around the world to honor the art form’s profound influence. The festival highlights Shaolin’s enduring presence as the heart of China, with Zhengzhou serving as its cultural epicenter. P

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The Shaolin Path is simple and straightforward for the student, but there is a whole “universe” to explore within the Master. He has over 1000 years of Shaolin wisdom within his bones, and moves effortlessly without thought. As automatically as the heart beats every second, as naturally as the organs arrange themselves and as smoothly as the river flows… He trains, lives and breathes Shaolin. For the student, all the moving pieces in this universe are simple: he merely needs to follow the Master

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138K views · 469 reactions | Lin Zhencheng is a master of Hung Gar, a style of Chinese martial art noted for its steady footwork, powerful stances and fast motions. As a representative style of southern Shaolin kung fu, Hung Gar has a history of over 300 years. #Heritage #Travel Travelogue | China Plus Culture | Facebook