Taoism and Tai Chi at Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain

July 16, 2024 – From the spiritual to the sporty, all our experiences offer a flavor and rhythm of local life, opening a window into new cultures and customs. Expand your spiritual horizons in China at the home of Tao and Tai Chi.

They say that travel enriches and enhances the soul. Immersing in new experiences certainly expands your horizons. That’s why our resorts are blessed with a multitude of crafted local experiences to inspire and ignite your senses.

At Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain, the birthplace of Chinese Taoism, witness the beautiful peaks and lush forests of the sacred mountain dubbed “the most peaceful and secluded mountain under heaven”. Here, the spiritual power of your surroundings helps you feel a deeper connection between all sentient things, as you relax your body, mind, and spirit, and awaken your inner energy with a Tai Chi session.

Qingcheng Taiji

You couldn’t be in a more auspicious place to delve into such an ancient and sacred practice; Qing Cheng Mountain is where the legendary priest Zhang invented Qingcheng Taiji (or Tai Chi) during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 A.D.).

Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art rooted in the culture and philosophy of Taoism. Initially developed for combat and self-defense, it has evolved into a sport and form of exercise practiced across the globe. It involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures completed in tandem with controlled breathing to bring about a meditative state of mind.

Taoism teaches that all living creatures should strive to live in harmony with the universe and the energy (Ch’i or Qi) that guides everything within it, emphasizing the need for living in spiritual and physical accord with the patterns of nature. After all, humans are nature.

The Tao, or the Way

Following a series of gentle movements can create powerful and lasting enlightenment. By taking Qi as its core tenet and connecting the harmonious rhythm between your body and your surroundings, you’ll feel your inner energy shift as you unify and connect with the Tao or the Way.

The Tao’s enduring influence continues to resonate and guide millions of people worldwide, advocating for a simple, more balanced life as a lasting path to happiness, harmony, and spiritual growth. 

Dive deeper into the Birthplace of Taoism through a half-day guided hike into the mountains. On the way up, you’ll visit Jianfu Palace to explore Taoist temples before arriving at Tianshi Cave, which dates back to the Tang Dynasty and features an ancient altar housing statues of three legendary kings. As you reach the summit of Qing Cheng Mountain, it’s time to rest your limbs and gaze in awe at the incredible panoramic view.

If you prefer a more sedate yet no less inspirational encounter with Taoism, why not try our Taoist Walking Regimen? Shifu Gao will introduce you to a typical walking method to arouse your internal energy. Once your mind calms, your internal silence will appear, and with gentle meditation, you’ll be able to sit mindfully and feel the Qi flow rippling over your body as your “Yin & Yang” is balanced and restored to harmony.

Early Booking

If you’re ready to expand your consciousness in the birthplace of Taoism, book 14 days or more in advance to enjoy savings on our Best Available Rate with our Early Booking offer.