Monthly Archives: November 2009

The Wrath of Dragons in Vietnamese Art

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Dragon Mystic

Author: Suzanne The influence of symbolism in Vietnamese art has been in vogue since prehistoric times. One of the most supernatural of all creatures, dragons and fairies, symbolized various instances of Vietnamese art. From the Dong Son civilization to the … Continue reading →

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Dragons: Media Magic!

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Dragon Mystic

Author: John Hill They fill the air with fire, They soar above the tallest tower, They glisten with emerald-scaled attire They inspire awe and terror whenever they glower…Dragons!! Dragons are more than just creatures of myth; they are beings of … Continue reading →

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Do the Dragon Dance at the Feast of the Drunken Dragon in Macau

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Dragon Mystic

Author: Naveen Marasinghe The Feast of the Drunken Dragon has an interesting history. Legend has it that during the Qing Dynasty, villagers of mainland China were attacked with a plague. They called upon the Buddha to protect them, by parading … Continue reading →

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Do You Know Your Dragons?

Posted on November 3, 2009 by Dragon Mystic

Author: John Hill Descriptions of dragons run the gamut from diabolical and vile to gentle and mild. However, no matter how cunning and cruel or naïve and good, one thing has remained unchanged throughout the long history of dragons – … Continue reading →

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