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Shaolin kung fu is the largest and most famous style of kung fu. It was developed in the Shaolin Temple in Henan, China during its 1500-year history. It combines Mahayana Buddhist, Chan philosophy and martial arts. The name Shaolin is used as a brand for the external styles of kung fu, with many styles in southern and northern China using the name Shaolin.

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• Variant ofChinese martial arts

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