Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu amazes Southern Californians

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Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu amazes Southern Californians

STORY: Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu amazes Southern Californians DATELINE: May 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Shaolin Kung Fu performance 2. various of the event STORYLINE: A stunning performance showcasing the intricate technique, astounding imagery and lightning moves of Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu amazed hundreds of audiences at Bowers Museum in Southern California on Sunday. The Kung Fu demonstration by Shaolin warrior monks was a highlight of the 2023 Shaolin Cultural Day, a cultural extravaganza for the Orange County community in Southern California. The event also featured a series of demonstrations on Zen arts, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the world of Zen Buddhism, experience the elegance of a traditional tea ceremony, learn the art of incense-making, and indulge in the harmonious melodies of Zen music. The 2023 Shaolin Cultural Day served as a fitting finale to the 2023 Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Herita

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