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Chinese Travelers Ignite Qigong Session at Cairo Airport

1/21/2026

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On January 9, a group of Chinese aunties held an impromptu Baduanjin qigong session at Cairo Airport while waiting for a delayed flight to Aswan.
Three participants started the session, and the group grew as more travelers, including foreigners, joined in.
Baduanjin qigong is an ancient wellness practice dating back more than 800 years that aims to enhance energy and blood flow through breathing, meditation, and slow stretches.

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Story summary

On January 9, a group of Chinese aunties held an impromptu Baduanjin qigong session at Cairo Airport while waiting for a delayed flight to Aswan.
Three participants started the session, and the group grew as more travelers, including foreigners, joined in.
Baduanjin qigong is an ancient wellness practice dating back more than 800 years that aims to enhance energy and blood flow through breathing, meditation, and slow stretches.