The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ended Tuesday to begin the Year of the Snake. Snakes in Chinese mythology aren't manifestations of wickedness or evil as in Western cultures.

The best known Chinese folk representation ... it as the Year of the Dragon. But the reptile is just as rich in symbolism and ...

Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar. The 12 animals, in order, are the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake ...

HONG KONG (SCMP): The snake may be less celebrated in Chinese ... Year of the Dragon. But the reptile is just as rich in symbolism and lore as the mythical beast, appearing in mythology ...