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Henan Province Travel Guide

Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province, is your starting point for visiting Shao Lin Temple, home of Kung Fu, as well as UNESCO World Heritage Site, Longmen Grottoes.
Visiting the Longmen Grottoes
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Longmen Grottoes in Henan province, China, illlustrate the peak in Buddhist cave art from the Northern Wei to Tang Dynasties.
A Visit to Shaolin Temple
As the center for Zen Buddhism, Shaolin Temple offers visitors to China a look into the history of Buddhism's spread from India as well as the spectacular physical display of the monks' study of Kung Fu, a specialized type of Chinese martial arts.
History of Shaolin Temple, Home of Zen Buddhism & Kung Fu
Shaolin Temple's history dates back over 1,500 years to its establishment as a place of Buddhist learning on Mount Shan in Henan province. It is the birthplace of Zen Buddhism as well as Shaolin Kung Fu martial arts, a specialized form of Chinese martial arts.
Shaolin Temple Photo Gallery
See photos from Shao Lin Temple, the birth place of China's Kung Fu martial arts. Situated on Mount Shan in Henan province, Shao Lin Temple offers mystical mountain views and access to China's ancient history.
Visiting Zhengzhou - A City Profile
If you're on your way to Shaolin Temple to see some Chinese Kung Fu, you'll very likely find yourself in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province. This city profile gives you Zhengzhou's location, history, features, weather and how to get around.
Longmen Grottoes Photo Gallery
Photos of the Longmen Grottoes in Henan Province.
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