Buddhist Kung Fu nuns kicking hard at centuries-old taboos These Buddhist Kung Fu nuns are known globally for cleaning trash across the Himalayas while they are trekking. They belong to Drukpa lineage. | 18 Jan 2021 5:25 AM GMT NEW DELHI, Jan 17: They are the Buddhist Kung Fu nuns of Drukpa lineage, known globally for trekking across the Himalayas to clean trash, paddling through mountain rivers to break centuries-old taboos to educate others on women's health, and adopting martial arts as a way to champion gender equality. They use their skills to teach self-defence to young girls, educate others on human trafficking, and take environmental action never seen before in the region.