If you have decided to get a snake tattoo that is one awesome decision. The snake has a bit of controversy in regards to its meaning but it certainly looks great and it will catch the eyes of the ones around you.

The design of a snake tattoo is really great because you can customize it as you like. First of all you could choose the classical green color or you can go with something more exotic like red or black. The fact that such a tattoo is long it means that you can add lots of details to it and if the artist has the skills you will end up with a very cool tattoo.

The placement of a snake tattoo is also very important. The fact that such a tattoo is long allows you to wrap it around a body part. Best places are the top of the arm and the leg. Some also like so wrap the snake around their chest. Smaller, more elegant snakes can go around the ankle. Ankle snake tattoos are usually suited for the ladies. You should also realize that a snake tattoo takes up a large part of your body.

Finally, the meaning of the snake tattoo is very intricate and complex. For the Egyptians the snake was the symbol of power and protection. A person wearing a snake figure would be protected at all times. For the Jews and Christians the snake represents the evil, lust and also temptation. In the modern world the snake is also a symbol of health, but due to its venom a symbol of death as well.

The snake tattoo is so great because it allows you choose the design and placement the way you consider it fits you and also the meaning behind it is a matter of personal beliefs and choice.