12 foreigners immerse themselves in Taoism

Foreigners learn martial arts at Wudang Mountain in Shiyan, Hubei province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A group of 12 foreigners learned martial arts at Wudang Mountain in Shiyan, Hubei province, recently, immersing themselves in the culture of Taoism.

Foreigners learn martial arts at Wudang Mountain in Shiyan, Hubei province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

They applied to attend the 21-day Taoism class through online channels, and have learned Taoist rituals, songs, medicine and history. They also practiced Wudang health exercises and tai chi and visited major ancient palaces and natural attractions.

They are from 12 countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia and Austria.

Foreigners learn Taoist history at Wudang Mountain in Shiyan, Hubei province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Foreigners learn martial arts at Wudang Mountain in Shiyan, Hubei province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]