Both the Western and Chinese zodiac systems have 12 ‘signs’ (at least the majority of which are animals). Each sign provides personality attributes for the person born under it, and both ...

In addition to 12 zodiac signs, Chinese astrology recognizes Wu Xing’s Five Elements theory based on the respective nature and interactions of metal, water, wood, fire, and earth.

In addition to 12 zodiac signs, Chinese astrology recognizes Wu Xing’s Five Elements theory based on the respective nature and interactions of metal, water, wood, fire, and earth.

With Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) quickly approaching, some may wonder why this coming year is the Year of the Snake, why each year is represented by an animal and the story behind it all ...

Each Chinese zodiac year couples an animal with one of five rotating elements—water, wood, fire, metal, earth—making 2020 not just the Year of the Rat, but the Year of the Metal Rat.

The Chinese zodiac has 12 different animals which include the Dragon, Horse, Goat, Snake, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig, Rat, Ox, Tiger and Rabbit. Each Luner New Year, a new animal is adorned by ...

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the ...

As a result, the horse was selected to be one of the 12 zodiac animal signs. In traditional Chinese culture, the horse symbolizes strength, speed, bravery, loyalty, freedom and talent.