Video: A group of practitioners on Dec. 17, 2021 demonstrated Taijiquan (Tai Chi), a kind of Chinese traditional martial arts, at Times Square of New York City on the occasion of the first anniversary of Taijiquan being listed as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). (Xinhua)

Taijiquan was born in the mid-17th century in a small village named Chenjiagou, located in central China's Henan Province, before it spread to more than 150 countries and regions, attracting more than 100 million practitioners.

NEW YORK, Dec. 18 -- A group of practitioners on Friday demonstrated Taijiquan (Tai Chi), a kind of Chinese traditional martial arts, at Times Square of New York City on the occasion of the first anniversary of Taijiquan being listed as intangible cultural heritage of humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Led by Chen Sitan, a world martial art champion, the group of Taijiquan practitioners caught the attention of tourists and passersby. Several pedestrians even joined the performance.

Taijiquan is both a treasure and symbol of Chinese culture as well as a very good fitness practice for mankind, said Chen.

"Practice of Taijiquan could make you feel relaxed and peaceful while enjoying the benefits of a slow-paced life," said Chen.