The Spirit of Shaolin | Trailer Nestled in central China’s Songshan Mountain lies an ancient temple, from which an astonishing martial art emerged: Shaolin kung fu. Training both the body and mind, the practice upholds ancient Chinese Chan philosophy and emphasizes the power of stillness. How can the birthplace of this iconic combat style also embody such peace? Join CGTN host Sergey Gordeev as he uncovers the answer in the new documentary “The Spirit of Shaolin,” coming November 22, 2025. | CGT

Transcend the Limits of Human Potential | The Spirit of Shaolin Shaolin kung fu is renowned for extraordinary feats that continue to astonish the world. Stay tuned for the documentary "The Spirit of Shaolin" to discover how this thousand-year legacy, rooted in Chinese Chan philosophy and martial arts, has forged the human body into displays of strength and mastery that seem to surpass the limits of possibility. | CGTN Documentary