Inside the Buddhist nunnery tearing down gender stereotypes in Nepal | 101 East Documentary

On a hill overlooking Nepal’s capital Kathmandu, rows of women launch shoulder-high kicks in unison, calling out as they strike through the brisk morning air. Known as the Kung Fu Nuns, they believe martial arts are a form of meditation which prepares them for life’s challenges. Behind them lies their home, a Buddhist monastery where about 300 nuns live. They also serve their community, helping vulnerable women, visiting orphanages, picking up rubbish, repairing homes and spreading a message of environmental protection. With intimate access to their daily lives, 101 East meets the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu. Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #Nepal #documentary @AljazeeraEnglish #Aljazeeraenglish #News