As people celebrate the beginning of the new Chinese lunar year, the Year of the Snake, what do snakes symbolize in mythology?

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Also known as Basanta Panchami or Shree Panchami, the festival brings people together with prayers, music, and rituals.

The shedding of a snake’s skin carries deep meaning — it is a symbol of transformation and renewal. Could this year be a year ...

From mythical guardians to symbols of transformation and terror, the snake has slithered its way into the annals of art ...

The new Chinese year promises to usher in a fresh wave of snake jewellery, with pieces from the likes of Bulgari and Jessica ...