Draco: Constellations In Northern Skies

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Draco is a constellation that is seen in the Northern Skies. He was first documented by a Greek astronomer by the name of Ptolemy in the second century. In Latin Draco means Dragon and the constellation is a presentation of the dragon Ladon that is the guardian of a garden with the help of the Hesperides in Greek Mythology (http://www.constellation-guide.com/constellation-list/draco-constellation/). The constellation is also said to flip as the year goes on. During the summer seasons it will appear one way while in the winter it is seen the other way.

The myth revolving around the creation of the constellation is set in Greek Mythology. He lies within several different myths, but some of the most notable ones are of Ladon, the guard of a garden. He was given the job of protecting a gold apple tree that was a present from Gala to Hera as a wedding present for the marriage of Hera and Zeus. The other notable myth revolving around Draco the Dragon is set during
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No, the Chieftain remained on his feet because the creature was bowed before him.

"I am Draco the Dragon. For seven nights you have feasted in my mountains. For seven nights you have laid a sacrifice on my stone. For seven nights you have chanted, danced and beat your drums to the gods and the goddesses of the sky, yet you have had no answer. Tell me human, what is it that you wish to be answered?" The Dragon asks, his voice deep and rumbling.

"We pray for health and prospering crops. It is the only way my people will survive these cold months coming upon us. My people and I look for nothing more than a good harvest and that our families remain healthy through the cold times. Please Draco the Dragon, can you answer the prayers of my people?" The chieftain lowers his old body to the ground and bows before the

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