China
Classic LegendThe Monkey King
Meet Sun Wukong, the legendary Monkey King whose magical powers and daring adventures appear in the Chinese classic Journey to the West.
A child-friendly retelling
Sun Wukong is born from a magical stone and soon discovers that he can leap, learn, and transform in surprising ways. His journey is full of mountains, clouds, puzzles, and companions who teach him that great power is strongest when guided by wisdom.
A note about the tradition
The Monkey King is a central figure in Journey to the West, a Chinese classic traditionally associated with Wu Cheng'en. Stories about Sun Wukong appear in many adaptations, each with its own emphasis and style.