At the beginning of the new year, the Year of the Dragon! As a character often seen in ancient mythology, the dragon is also the only non-real species in the zodiac, which not only adds a touch of mystery in the real world, but also hovers its body as a frequent visitor in the virtual world, and it is often used as the subject of various artistic creations. In today's development of science and technology, the image of the dragon is widely used in games, movies, animation and other entertainment and cultural works, and has become a part of people's spiritual world.
Since ancient times, there are many records about dragons, and as a mythical and legendary animal of the Chinese nation, it has been loved and sought after by people since ancient times. From the ancient dragon totem and dragon and phoenix Chengxiang, to the modern Internet culture and dragon boat racing, the dragon occupies a pivotal position in Chinese culture.
Look back at the thousand-year history of dragons. According to historical records, the earliest image of a dragon appeared on Neolithic pottery, which has a history of more than 10,000 years. In ancient times, dragons were regarded as sacred animals, representing good fortune, prosperity and power. In literary and artistic works such as poems, songs, historical books and biographies, we can see the description and praise of dragons. Over time, the dragon gradually evolved into an important symbol of Chinese culture. It not only has rich performances in calligraphy, painting, sculpture, etc., but also has a wide range of influences in drama and dance. Dragons are integrated into the daily life of Chinese, such as the Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat Festival and other traditional festivals, all of which are closely related to dragons. It incarnates into various forms, such as flying dragons, swimming dragons, and beaulies, showing a colorful image. At the same time, the dragon has also become the soul of Chinese culture, inspiring the inspiration and passion of countless literati and artists.