Blue Dragon (Azure Dragon)

The Azure Dragon, also known as the Blue Dragon, is a prominent mythological creature in Chinese culture, symbolizing the East and one of the Four Symbols representing the four cardinal directions. Depicted as a majestic, serpentine dragon with a bluish-green color, it embodies qualities like strength, protection, and good fortune. Historically, it has been linked to the spring season and the element of wood. The Azure Dragon appears in various art, folklore, and astrology, serving as an auspicious symbol of power and harmony in Chinese tradition.