When choosing between the different mythological creature tattoos, the Chinese dragon designs seem to be the most popular.  They represent a sense of power, wisdom, mystery and freedom.  It’s very important that you do some research to learn all you can about the Chinese dragon tattoo before you decide to get one.  Don’t take for granted that the tattoo artist knows the complete or even the correct background of the dragon tat of your choice.  You won’t know if he or she is giving you the correct information unless you take the time to find out in advance.   This decision is too important to not spend some time learning as much as you can about the particular tattoo you plan to get.

Many people will ask you questions about the Chinese dragon tattoo that you choose because they want to know what it means and why it was significant to you.  You need to have a good answer for them.  A tattoo is a lifetime commitment and something that needs to be considered carefully especially, when you plan to get something as unique and exciting as the Chinese dragon. 

{Chinese dragons have played a significant role in the history of Chinese people have even been referred to as “descendants of the dragon” so you can get an idea of how important this creature is too their culture. }  {Dragons are closely related to the Emperors of Chinese The Emperors of China was closely related to the dragons during the era in which they ruled.}  During the age when Emperors ruled over China, they were closely linked with dragons.  In fact, the very first emperor was believed to have a dragon’s tail while his successor was believed to have been the son of a dragon.

Emperors and dragons were so closely linked together that their personal items such as their boat, throne and even the bed they slept in where designed in the image of the dragon.

There are different types of Chinese dragons and each has their own special meaning.

These are listed below:

•    Spiritual Dragon – has control over the wind and the rain.
•    Horned Dragon – is the mightiest of all dragons.
•    Winged Dragon – is the only one that actually has wings.
•    Earth Dragon – governs over the entire earth.
•    Yellow Dragon – is a hornless dragon with great intellectual knowledge
•    Treasure Dragon – has control over the most precious gems and metals.
•    Coiling Dragon – lives in the ocean waters.
•    Celestial Dragon – protects the Gods and the heaven.

You can see the importance of knowing all about the different types of dragon tattoos and their meanings before you talk to your artist, it’s the only way to ensure you truly get the right tat for you.

People today associate dragons closely with mystery and they are believed to be a magical creature with special powers.

Many believe these ferocious creatures are also highly intelligent and that they have even evolved throughout the ages.

The meaning and stories that are associated with dragons is not the only reason they are such popular tattoos today.

Many people who choose the dragon tattoo do so because they are so intrigued by their beauty.  They are colorful and can be illustrated in so many different ways.  Your dragon tat can be a variety of sizes and be placed most anywhere on the body by going across it, wrapping around it or running up and down the body.  You will find so many amazing designs that it may even be a little difficult to choose between them all.  Still, it would be beneficial for you to learn as much as you can about the Chinese dragon tattoo design that you select, even if you are choosing it based on beauty alone.