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Wonders of Wutaishan

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  As one of China’s 4 sacred Buddhist peaks, Wutaishan is actually a collection of five peaks or plateaus that is home to in excess of 50 temples and monasteries. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009, Wutaishan is a great place to explore for a couple of days. One of the things that [...]

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Shaolin Monks in Action

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The mix of showmanship, acrobatic feats and seemingly unwavering abilities of concentration makes any Shaolin monk performance an enjoyable and exciting event. Despite their being thousands of kung fu styles only several hundred may have any sort of affiliation with the Shaolin Monastery.   This ancient art handed down through countless generations finds its roots in [...]