Chinese dragons are mythical creatures in mythology and folklore. In Chinese art they are portrayed as serpentine creatures

Chinese dragons are mythical creatures in mythology and folklore. In Chinese art they are portrayed as serpentine creatures Stock Photo
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John Lander / Alamy Stock Photo

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CWJ9MM

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60.2 MB (4.3 MB Compressed download)

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5616 x 3744 px | 47.5 x 31.7 cm | 18.7 x 12.5 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

25 July 2012

Location:

Malacca, Melaka, Malaysia

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Chinese dragons are mythical creatures in mythology and folklore. In Chinese art they are portrayed as serpentine creatures with four legs. A dragon is yang and complements a Chinese phoenix. Chinese dragons traditionally symbolize power, particularly control over water, rain, and floods. The dragon is also a symbol of good luck.