Monday, January 23, 2012

Chinese New Year 2012 - Year of the Dragon

Source: Reuters

Celebration of the Chinese New Year begins today, marking the start of the Year of the Dragon. The holiday is the most important in China... 

Years of the Dragon


1904 * 1916 * 1928 * 1940 * 1952 * 1964 * 1976 * 1988 * 2000




Source: Reuters


The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. A symbol of good fortune and intense power. The Oriental Dragon is regarded as a divine beast - the reverse of the malicious monster that Westerners felt necessary to slay. In Eastern philosophy, the Dragon is said to be a deliverer of good fortune and a master of authority. Therefore, those people born in Dragon years are to be honored and respected.


  

And here is a pink Water Dragon:

Photo: sketchfu.com


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