Illustrated China Folk Customs - Martial Arts

Author: She Zhichao
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features: Traditional martial arts schools often do not distinguish by form but are formed based on historical inheritance and regional differences. Examples include:
- Schools named after mountains and scenic spots: Shaolin, Wudang, Emei, Qingcheng, Huashan, Kongtong, Tianshan
- Schools named after regions: "Southern Fist and Northern Leg," "Southern Stick and Northern Spear," "Internal Family Fist and External Family Fist"
- Schools named after fist styles: Chaquan, Hongquan, Taichiquan, Xingyi, Bagua, Tongbei, Menhe, Huquan, Tanglang, Yingzhua, Ditang, Piguai, Meihua, Ziran, Baji, etc.
Chinese martial arts also possess aesthetic and fitness values.