Dragons. Myths and legends about dragons can be found worldwide. In many western cultures,the dragon is a symbol of death and evil. In Christian art,a dragon is often seen being crushed under the feet of saints and martyrs,symbolising the triumph of Christianity over paganism. However,the ancient Greeks and Romans believed dragons to have a benign,protective influence. In eastern cultures,dragons are friendly,peaceful creatures that symbolise good fortune. In ancient China,the dragon was a symbol of the Emperor and was widely believed to be a real creature that controlled the weather. Even today,Eastern dragons are loved and worshipped in temples and shrines |