Shaolin Si or temple looks as if it is floating when you approach it. The majority of Westerners know Shaolin temple out of martial arts movies - Shaolin Kung Fu was born here. Guests visit Shaolin temple to study Kung Fu, meditate in the ancient surroundings or to get pleasure from a historical place. For whatever reason you come, Shaolin Temple is a spot worth visiting. Shaolin Temple is situated in the foot of the Song Shan mountain just fifteen mins outside the city of Dengfeng, which is about two hours away from Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province.
Shaolin Temple is made of three major sights: area one-Kung Fu Performance,where is ten minutes away from the entrance gate.Here you will have a chance to see Chinese Kung fu show in your own eyes. In the morning, you will see young boys of all ages are practising outside. Their performance is incredible!Then you can go to area two-Shaolin 
Temple itself. The temple is located upon the mountain. You have to walk up into the temple. The temple is in good condition. After visiting the temple, you can go go area three-- The Pagoda Forest. There are nearly 250 stone and brick pagodas ranging from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. It feels good to wander this historical wooden place.
Opening hours: 8am-7pm, daily, all year.
How long needed to visit: a half day is ok to finish visiting this place. But if you have got a whole day, you can wander and enjoy the Chinese Kung fu performance and learn Chinese culture.It is not necessary to worry about your lunch. There are restaurants within the temple including vegetarian restaurant.
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