The "Blue Dragon River," or Odeleite River, in Portugal, is known for its unique shape resembling a dragon when viewed from above
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The river flows through Castro Marim in the Algarve region of Portugal, eventually joining the Guadiana River, which forms the border between Portugal and Spain
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The river's sinuous curves and dark blue colour, when viewed from above, have earned it the nickname "Blue Dragon River"
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It resembles to a mythical dragon, which is a symbol of power and wisdom in Chinese culture
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The name "Odeleite" is derived from an Arabic phrase meaning "stream of milk"
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The river gained international attention after an aerial photograph, showing the river's dragon-like shape, went viral in 2010
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The image was captured by British photographer Steve Richard while flying over Algarve region
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The river flows through the Odeleite Dam, which contributes to its scenic beauty and provides a picturesque landscape