Journey to the West Episode 1 🌟 | Classic Chinese Fantasy Drama

"Journey to the West" is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature, written by the Ming Dynasty author Wu Cheng'en. The novel tells the story of the Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang (Tang Sanzang) and his three disciples—Sun Wukong (the Monkey King), Zhu Bajie, and Sha Wujing—as they journey to the West to obtain sacred Buddhist scriptures. The novel blends mythology, religion, history, and folklore, showcasing rich imagination and profound cultural significance. The character of Sun Wukong, in particular, has become a cultural icon, symbolizing wisdom, courage, and the spirit of rebellion.