The Shaolin Temple, located in Dengfeng, Zhengzhou city, Henan Province, is known as the birthplace of Chinese kung fu. It is not only a tourist attraction, but also a world heritage site.
Accompanied by his friend Jia, a kung fu student, our host Jason delves into the temple's fascinating past, learns about the monks' rigorous kung fu training and discovers the connection between kung fu and Chan Buddhism. Through practicing techniques with Master Shi, Jason discovers the spiritual, mental, and physical dimensions of kung fu that make the Shaolin Temple so unique.