Kung fu, also (name) as wushu or Chinese martial arts, is important part of traditional Chinese culture.
It is (probable) one of the earliest and longest lasting sports. The theory(原理)of kung fu is based classical Chinese philosophy. Over its long history it has developed as a unique combination(结合体)of exercise, practical self-defense, and art. There are many (form) of kung fu, namely Shaolin Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Tai Chi, etc. Each form of kung fu (have) its own principles and techniques. It is in the late twentieth century this term was used in relation to Chinese martial arts by the Chinese community.
Historically, the influence of Chinese martial arts can (find) in books and in the performance art. Recently, those influences have appeared in the movies and television that have a much (wide) audience. As a result, Chinese martial arts have spread beyond (超出) its ethnic roots and have a global influence. Nowadays, it is regarded as a traditional sport becoming more and more popular even stands as a representative(代表)of Chinese culture.
