Twenty Shaolin Monks, direct from China, demonstrate their spectacular martial arts (Kung Fu) during the second weeknd of the festival.
China's Shaolin Temple has many legends and much mystery surrounding it. For centuries, the Shaolin monks have been named Kung Fu masters, and the Temple has been recognized as "The origin of all martial arts throughout the world."
The Shaolin Temple is probably the most famous temple in China because of its long history of Chinese Buddhism and its dynamic martial arts training. Historically, the Shaolin Temple was located in a geographically strategic area of China. Shaolin monks, because of their martial arts skill, protected China from wars and invasion, earning great respect during dynasties of Chinese Emperors. From ancient Shaolin monk heroes to modern Hollywood Kung Fu stars, like Jet Li & Jackie Chan, "Shaolin" remains supreme in martial arts mastery.
Don't miss the amazing demonstrations of different forms of martial arts at the WaMu Center Stage.