During the conclusion of 2015 and beginning of 2016 the Shaolin Cultural Centres of Italy - Milano (Shaolin Wuseng Italy) and Switzerland - Lugano (Shaolin Wenhua Switzerland) have conducted various activities to promote Shaolin culture in Europe, introducing Chan values as an inspiring platform for serenity, health and success in the new year.

Master Shi Xing Mi was joined by thousands of Shaolin students and other enthusiastic people in Milano and Rome (Italy), Lugano (Switzerland), Frankfurt (Germany) and Moscow (Russia).

Together, people young and old, Shaolin experts and novices from all walks of life, practiced movements and debated philosophy, gaining a deeper understanding of how Shaolin culture can be of great support for the development of a healthy body and a healthy mind, a compassionate heart and a serene spirit.

The events ranged from large conferences to festivals to small classes: different ways to bring the wisdom of Shaolin culture to different people and addressing different needs yet common values.

Such international experience confirms the great enthusiasm for Shaolin culture across Europe: in the new year more such activities are planned, to continue the ongoing promotion of Chan values and Shaolin wellness methods to a growing number of people of all nationalities.

We thank the many participants as well as the organisers in Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Russia.

Amituofo and a very happy 2016! (News/Photo: Shaolin Wuseng Italy)