French 7’3” NBA star Victor Wembanyama may have just unlocked a new position: Shaolin monk. Wembanyama, who ended last season ...

The 1,500-year-old monastery, nestled deep in the forested mountains of central China’s Henan province, is known for Zen Buddhism and the Chinese martial art of kung fu. Retreats at the temple ...

Plus, threatened, ancient trees thrive in Chinese temples.

Nestled in the forests of Wutai Mountain, Foguang is one of the oldest wooden temples in China and renowned for its ...

The television broadcast of this year's Spring Festival Gala showcased a spectacular performance called Dong Liang, which ...

COTONOU, Benin — In a modest yet vibrant martial arts club in Akpro-Misserete, a town some 40 kilometers northeast of Benin's ...

Damien Agossou Degbo (front) instructs his students at his martial arts club in Akpro-Misserete, a town some 40 kilometers northeast of Benin's economic capital Cotonou, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by ...

This fusion of technology and tradition exemplifies China’s ongoing reinvention of cultural tourism. Alongside its iconic landscapes, the country is witnessing a surge in heritage-driven travel, where ...

The Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng, Central China's Henan Province Photo: VCG. German metal singer Alea der Bescheidene has ...