The ancient reptile bears a resemblance to the mythical Chinese dragon, depicted as a long, snake-like creature with large claws. Experts have determined that, despite its aquatic lifestyle and ...

Initially a vague motif in ancient Chinese art, the dragon is now an emblem of benevolent divinity, imperial power and ...

For a long time before the 20th century, the Chinese used animal fossils as medicine, referring to such bones as long gu, or “dragon bones”. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM ...

The legend of the 12 animals in Chinese New Year comes from a poem about mythical creatures aiding spring's arrival ...

Once a traditional Spring Festival pastime, this 2,000-year-old game integrates elements of fantasy and imperial culture.