Tianlong, also known as the Celestial Dragon or Heavenly Dragon, is a revered symbol in Chinese mythology and folklore. It is ...

Shenlong, also known as the Spiritual Dragon, is one of the most popular and revered dragons in Chinese mythology. It is ...

IT’S often hailed as the “mightiest” of the Chinese zodiac signs, but do your character traits match up to the myths around the Dragon? With personality attributes including confi… ...

One of the most important and sacred symbols in Chinese culture, the dragon comes with rich meaning and symbolism. In myths and legends, dragons are often depicted as heroic and powerful creatures.

The English-language version will feature the voice of Michelle Yeoh and be released in the United States in August.

But don't let the connection mislead you: lucky, ethereal Chinese dragons are very different beasts to the stomping, fire-breathing monsters of English mythology.

This article was originally published with the title “Is the Chinese Dragon Based on Fact, Not Mythology?” in Scientific American Magazine Vol. 114 No. 16 (April 1916), p. 399 doi:10.1038 ...

The Lunar New Year begins today, bringing with it the year of the dragon in Chinese mythology in which the word lóng , translates to dragon in English. But don't let the similarity ...

Some of the dragons are inspired by different cultures or regions; a Chinese Dragon pays homage to the Zodiac calendar, a pterodactyl-like species called a Quetzalcoatl references the feathered ...

There are good dragons in Western mythology and culture. One is on the Welsh flag, for instance. Another called Puff, made famous by the musical group Peter, Paul and Mary, seems nice enough.

The Lunar New Year begins Saturday, Feb. 10, ushering in the Year of the Dragon. The lunar calendar, used in both Chinese and Vietnamese cultures, is divided into 12 segments, with each assigned ...