The bull wasn't a prop; it was a worthy opponent to the leaper. Here, man competed not against another man, but against the forces of nature. A modern reconstruction of a bull leaper's journey. Image via Michael Lahanas.
Interesting facts about China : China is the most populous (1.36 billion - 2014 estimated) & fourth largest country in the world by total area (9,596,961 sq km). People's Republic of China is also known for largest standing army with second largest defense budget. China is the world second largest economy by nominal GDP and GDP (PPP).
Further information: List of Chinese inventions. The Four Great Inventions (simplified Chinese: åå¤§åæ; traditional Chinese: åå¤§ç¼æ) are inventions from ancient China that are celebrated in Chinese culture for their historical significance and as symbols of ancient China's advanced science and technology.