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Chinese Kong Fu, also known as Wushu, is an traditional sport item originated in ancient China, which is a perfect combination of exercise, practical self-defense, self-discipline and has become a great component of Chinese culture.
Chinese Kong Fu is featured with its dynamic and fluid motions. It is usually practiced with bare hands, while sometimes with some simple weapons like cudgel. As a characterized form of sport, Chinese Kong Fu still has the the feature of attack and self-defence, which is vividly shown during the course of fighting.
Chinese martial art is originated from the producing activity in ancient times. During the hunting process, such primitive self-defending skills as splitting, chopping, and stabbing are mastered, which become foundation of Chinese Kong Fu. Chinese Kong Fu is sprouted in primitive society, formed in slave society developed in federal society and prospered in North Song dynasty. In Ming and Qing dynasties, many sects of Chinese Kong Fu were created and thrived, probably the most-known are Taichi, Xingyi Quan and Baguan Quan. Since the foundation of People's Republic of China, the Chinese Kong Fu has been flourishing.
Shaolin Kung Fu
Shaolin Kung Fu is symbol of Chinese Kung Fu, which is world-renowned for its time-honored history and sophisticated skills. Shaolin Kung Fu is originated in Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng city in Hepan province, where loft peak, verdant trees, crisp fresh air and tranquil atmosphere are all available, making itself a perfect place to practice Kung Fu wholeheartedly.
Taichi
Taichi, another style of Chinese martial art, is world-known for its long history and classic performing skills, which has become an popular fitness activity in the nation-wide with the features of defense-training and health-benefiting. In a China tour, you could see many people, particularly the old, are practicing Taichi in the open area in the morning, which would be a great feast to your eyes.
Famous Actors
Bruce Lee, a famous Chinese-American martial artist and actor, has made great contribution to the development of Chinese Kong Fu. Since the publishing of his films about martial arts, Chinese Kong Fu becomes world-known and is favored by people domestic and abroad.