Hey there, martial arts fans! 👋
Imagine a place where ancient warriors meet and share their coolest moves. Well, that’s exactly what happened at the Shaolin Temple in China! 🏯
Recently, a spectacular Kung Fu show called “When Khmer Meets Shaolin” kicked off at the gate of the famous Shaolin Temple on Songshan Mountain in central China. But wait, what’s “Khmer”? 🤔
“Khmer” (pronounced “k’mai”) is the name of the people of Cambodia 🇰🇭, a country in Southeast Asia. They have their own unique martial arts style! So, picture Cambodian warriors meeting Chinese Shaolin monks for an epic exchange of martial arts. How awesome is that? 😃
This amazing event was part of the 13th Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival. “Wushu” means martial arts in Chinese, and this festival is like a big party where people from all over the world come to show off their moves! 🥋🌍
CGTN host Sergey Gordeev was there to guide us through this passionate exchange of styles. It’s not just about kicking and punching—it’s about two ancient civilizations having a dialogue and learning from each other. Isn’t that cool? 🌟
So, next time you practice your martial arts or even just think about them, remember that it’s a way to connect with people from different parts of the world. Maybe someday, you’ll join such a festival and share your own unique style! 😄
Keep kicking and stay awesome! 👊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
