Myths and Legends of the Tiger
Over the course of centuries, the tiger has become immortalised in various myths, stories, traditions and aspects of popular culture all over the world. Predatory big cats have fascinated humanity for centuries, and tigers are at the forefront of the trend, due to their unique appearance and the symbolic associations made with them since time immemorial. While a tiger safari can enable people to observe these animals in their natural habitat in the wild, the symbol of the tiger can be seen in many stories and legends across the world. Here are a few of the most interesting appearances of tigers, from ancient myths to the modern media.
Chinese ‘Kings’
Though many African myths and stories centre on the lion, in China, the tiger takes its place as foremost among the big cats, representing royalty, fearlessness, and wrath. A tiger safari may not quite let you see the wrath of … Read more