Cultural tips

Many foreign tourists are interested in watching Chinese acrobatic shows when they come to China. Chinese acrobatics is one of the traditional arts in the country. After the founding of People’s Republic of China, this ancient and traditional art was carried from the street onto the stage and was developed from simple actions to highly spectacular performances with stunning moves, music and dance. Acrobatics has also spread abroad and become the envoy between China and the rest of the world. Since the Opening up and Reform, the acrobatics industry has been developing rapidly. Up to now, there are more than one hundred nationalized and private acrobatics organizations with around ten thousand acrobats. Chinese acrobats often win international acrobatic prizes, and China is generally acknowledged as the country famous for its acrobatic performances.