An Analysis of Wushu Development in Central and Eastern Europe – Part II
An Analysis of Wushu Development in Central and Eastern Europe – Part II
Author(s): Borislava LechevaSubject(s): Fine Arts / Performing Arts
Published by: Великотърновски университет „Св. св. Кирил и Методий”
Keywords: Chinese martial arts; Wushu; Qigong; Tai Ji Quan; Central and Eastern Europe
Summary/Abstract: The following paper analyses the development of Wushu and Qigong in Central and Eastern European countries; it explores the leading countries in Wushu research and the topics of the day. The study is based on a meta-analysis of research papers published in CEE science journals. The results show that Poland is the country most actively engaged in researching Chinese martial arts and health regimen. As for the main topics explored in the papers, those are Taijiqin and Qigong, history, Shaolin etc. The purpose of the study is to explore the scientific landscape in CEE related to Wushu and Qigong and examine their future trends of development.
- Issue Year: 8/2023
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 495-508
- Page Count: 13
- Language: English