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Traditional Chinese culture regards physical fitness as an important aspect, and, since the 20th century, a large number of sports activities, both Western and traditionally Chinese, are popular in China. The People's Republic of China is one of the best-performing countries in the Summer Olympics and excels in many areas, such as table tennis, badminton, diving and gymnastics. Football is the most popular sport in China today. In the Tibet area pool is a highly popular pastime activity, and pool tables are seen in the streets in many a town or village. Kite flying and the game mahjong are traditional Chinese games that have become internationally popular. |
 Kids playing pool in Jyekundo |  Pool tables in the streets of Xining |  Stadium for the 2008 Olympic Games in China |
 Boy flying a kite in Xining |  Sports stadium in Chengdu |  Men playing a board game in Xining |
 Man and woman practicing dance steps in the People's Park in Chengdu |  Woman practicing with a sword in Chengdu |  People practicing Tai Chi in the People's Park in Chengdu |