Koi fish swimming up a waterfall to the Dragon Gate is a legend that originated from China and spread to other Asian countries. It tells the story of a koi fish that swims upstream against the current and leaps over a waterfall to become a dragon, a symbol of power and transformation. It is often used as a metaphor for overcoming obstacles and achieving success (from Bing Chat).
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