Apprentices at the famous Shaolin Temple at Dengfeng, Henan, China perform their martial arts and acrobatic skills as well as their chi.

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These Shaolin apprentices are trained from an early age and develop great skills that at times defy human ability. They travel around the world to showcase not only their skill but the rich Chinese and Shaolin heritage.

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Location: Shaolin Temple, Dengfeng, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
Photo credit: © Leonardo Lazo / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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