China: Drone captures thousands attempting to set Tai Chi world record

Drone footage captured thousands of pupils taking part in an attempt to set a Guinness World Record for most number of people performing Tai Chi simultaneously, in the city of Jiaozuo in Henan province on Sunday. An estimated 50,000 people filled parks and stadiums in 15 locations throughout the region, wearing matching outfits and performing the tranquil Chinese martial art. The event, "Enjoy Tai Chi, Enjoy Health" was the initiative of the administration of Wen Xian town, Jiaozuo city. It is expected to be confirmed shortly as a Guinness World Record. Over 30 cities in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Xi'an, Shijiazhuang, Chengdu and nearly 20 cities around the world including Paris, Washington, New York, Los Angeles, Melbourne and Singapore also participated in the simultaneous Tai Chi performance.