Hakka kung fu show opens (1.9.2016)

Financial Secretary John Tsang opened an exhibition on Hakka kung fu at the Heritage Museum today.
It uses 3D multimedia technology to show audiences the history and future development of Hakka kung fu.
For 300 years, the Guangdong Hakka people journeyed from mountainous areas in eastern Guangdong to the heart of the Lingnan region. During the gradual migration from the mountains to urban centres, Hakka kung fu evolved into new forms through continuous interaction with neighbouring cultures. It finally became one of the most important cultural heritages in southern China.
Mr Tsang said the participation of individuals, groups and society is of vital importance to the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage.
He said the innovative exhibition shows the considerable collaboration between the Government and the community in the promotion of intangible cultural heritage.
Jointly presented by the Intangible Cultural Heritage Office and the International Guoshu Association, it will be held from tomorrow until the end of this month. (j.mp/2bWgkky)