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Learning Tai Chi & Kung Fu in China: A Real Guide for Visitors
How to actually learn tai chi and kung fu in China — Wudang Mountain, Shaolin Monastery, short-term classes in major cities, what skill level to expect from different programs, and how to distinguish quality instruction.
Updated May 2026
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Zhengzhou Henan Complete Guide 2026: Yellow River, Shaolin Temple & Ancient Capital
Zhengzhou is the capital of Henan — China's most historically dense province — and the natural hub for visits to the Shaolin Temple, Songshan Mountain, Yellow River scenic areas and the ancient capitals of Luoyang and Kaifeng. This 2026 guide covers the best of Zhengzhou and its surrounding heritage, transport connections across China, accommodation, food and day-trip logistics.
Updated May 2026
Read →Zhengzhou & Luoyang 2 Days Guide 2026: Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes & Peony Festival
Henan Province is the cradle of Chinese civilization — the Yellow River heartland where China's earliest dynasties rose, where Buddhism arrived and sent down roots, and where Shaolin martial arts were born. This 2026 two-day guide efficiently covers the Shaolin Temple, the Longmen Buddhist Grottoes, and Luoyang's legendary peony festival, connecting the dots between some of China's most historically significant sites.
Updated May 2026
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