The dragon is a symbol of Ljubljana

The Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana was originally built to honor the Austrian Emperor Franz Josef I. The dragon was a symbol of royalty. It has since become a symbol of Ljubljana. And more. According to one legend, when a virgin crosses the bridge the dragons will wag their tales. And according to some locals, the bridge is referred to as “the mother-in-law.” From Emperor to mother-in-law, the more than 100-year-old dragons have changed their meaning over the years.