Tiny 'monk' charms his way into Internet’s heart

Ke Le meditates at the temple. [Photo/CFP]

Cute little monk causes online stir

A four-and-a-half year old boy who has been spending a unique summer vacation at a temple in Shanxi province has caused a buzz online after photos of him were uploaded by some Chinese media.

"Isn't he the cutest little monk you've ever seen?" many Internet users have said in their comments after seeing the photos.

At first glance, anyone would definitely think the boy, Ke Le, is a regular little resident of the Zishou Temple in North China's Shanxi province. He wears a tailor-made monk costume, wears the same haircut as the adult monks, does chores at the temple and practices kung fu.

However, it turns out Ke Le is only experiencing a short but meaningful summer vacation at the temple. His father sent him there to learn some kung fu moves and traditional Chinese culture.

Ke Le helps clean the courtyard of the temple. [Photo/CFP]

Ke Le plays with a puppy at the temple. [Photo/CFP]

Ke Le practices kung fu with a monk. [Photo/CFP]