The dragon moves and rumbles, high-spirited and enthusiastic. Red lanterns, festive red envelopes, auspicious couplets, exquisite window grilles, exquisite snacks, dragon elements can be seen everywhere in life. What does the dragon mean to the Chinese? We try to explore the legends about dragons and interpret the meaning of dragon culture from the long history.
The Year of the Dragon brings enthusiasm and vibrancy. Red lanterns, auspicious red envelopes and couplets, exquisite paper-cut window decorations, and delicate dim sum—elements of the dragon, or Chinese loong, can be seen everywhere in daily life. What does the loong mean to the Chinese people? As we navigate through the historical traces, we seek to uncover its spiritual nature.
Editor in charge: [Peng Dawei]