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ChineseCulture6 min

The Chinese dragon: the serpent that brings the rain

Symbolism of the Chinese dragon (long): benevolent creature of the waters, imperial five-clawed emblem, master of rain, and why the Chinese call themselves its descendants.

18 mars 2026Read