Dragons have long been cultural icons around the world. While they were once believed to be real, science later cast doubt on physical dragons. Two main dragon traditions emerged - the European dragon and the Chinese dragon. The European dragon is often depicted as evil, while the Chinese dragon symbolizes the emperor and good fortune. Chinese dragons are depicted as snake-like without wings, and are honored in dragon temples where people pray for health, wealth, and love. Today, dragons remain popular in art, mythology, and stories around the world.