Not only does Beijing offer breathtakingly beautiful scenery, but it also allows you to experience one of the most accessible and traditional forms of Chinese entertainment; acrobatics. China is highly regarded as having some of the most amazing acrobatic shows around the globe, so why not follow the bandwagon and visit one of these amazing shows today with The China Travel Depot.
The tradition of Chinese acrobatics has existed in the culture for over two thousand years and continues today at the country’s main training school; Wu Qiao (located in Hebei province) where training begins for students at the age of 5. Some of the most common acts include lion dances or dragon dances (acrobats in hefty costumes dance, roll and jump like lions and dragons), sword swallowing, fire breathing, conjuring and juggling. You may even be treated with a costumed ostrich while the acts prepare their next act.
A personal recommendation is the ‘Flying Acrobatics Show’ currently being performed at the Chaoyang Theatre, Beijing. Here you will be astounded, amazed, impressed, and possibly confused by some of the stunts on show. The one and a half hour long show features extraordinary displays of courage, bravery and sheer brilliance. Acrobatics, contortionists, tightrope walking, bicycle tricks, and even Chinese kung fu makes it a must-see performance on your visit to Beijing.
Amazing Acrobatic Acts
Spring-Board Stunts
From leaps to somersaults in the air, here the acrobats perform graceful movements, keeping the audience amazed.
Hoop Diving
Over two thousand years ago this was known as ‘Swallow Play’ as the performers imitated the flying movements of swallows as they leapt nimbly through the narrow mat rings. Here performers are graceful and agile in their movements, demonstrating incredible dexterity by gradually jumping through more and more hoops at seemingly impossible heights.
Wushu (Chinese Traditional Group Gymnastics)
Somersaults, jumps, kicks and various postures; this technique has become an acrobatic symbol. The agility, precision and rhythm of the acrobatic movements involved presents a sense of strength and beauty.
Make your trip to China as nail-biting and breathtaking as possible by visiting a traditional Chinese Acrobatics Show. Visit China today with China’s leading online travel agency; The China Travel Depot.
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