After the Dragon, China prepares for the Year of the Snake

By Euronews | Created at 2025-01-02 19:26:33 | Updated at 2025-01-05 02:40:43 2 days ago
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Updated: 02/01/2025 - 19:28 GMT+1

In Chinese culture, the snake has a complex image.

In Chinese culture, the snake has a complex image.

It is a symbol of spirituality, reproduction and longevity, but it can also represent evil and danger.

To celebrate the Year of the Snake, the Chinese dilute the snake's ominous characteristics by producing cute images of the reptile, reminiscent of children's cartoon characters.

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