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Mythology About Dragons
Dragon
A dragon or dragon is a mythological creature in the form of a reptile
that spits fire. Dragon myths and images are common in various parts of the world. Dragon appearance and mythology Europe and America
The most characteristic currently common image of a dragon is a
reptile, usually with one or more heads, which can breathe or spit fire.
Its body is covered with scales, and from the head to the tail line, the
body is covered with triangular thickenings-outgrowths. A dragon
usually has wings, with the help of which it flies. However, it is not
uncommon for dragons to be attributed to mythological snake-shaped
gigantic creatures that do not fly, but have reptilian features.
In Central and Eastern Asia, in contrast to the West, the dragon is not
considered an evil, dooming creature. On the contrary, it is considered
a symbol of nobility, strength and wisdom. Therefore, it is usually
depicted as a one-headed reptile, similar to a crocodile’s mouth, with a
mustache growing from it.
Most paintings depict dragons curled up in a
spiral…