Carp is one of the popular patterns in traditional tattoos. There are many artificially bred varieties of carp, different varieties and different body colors, which are deeply loved by everyone. Why do people like striped carp so much? Want to know the moral behind it? Let me take you to understand the meaning of carp tattoo!

Have you heard the story of “carp leaping over the dragon’s gate”? It is said that a carp crossing the dragon’s gate can be transformed into a dragon. On the contrary, it is still a carp that has not crossed the dragon’s gate. Therefore, on the one hand, carp tattoo represents the spirit of hard work, on the other hand, it also implies success. Different carp patterns symbolize fortune and blessing in Feng Shui, as well as disaster prevention and avoidance. In addition, carp also means good luck.

Carp has a long life and is the old longevity of fish. In the carp tattoo, generally speaking, the bigger the carp tattoo, the sharper its head will be, which will make its body look fuller. The fuller the carp means more peace and health.

Source: @alancrisogano