The Chinese Zodiac

Introduction to the Chinese Zodiac The Chinese Zodiac consists of a 12-year cycle, each year of which is named after a different animal that imparts distinct characteristics to its year. Many Chinese believe that the year of a person's birth is the primary factor in determining that person's personality traits, physical and mental attributes and degree of success and happiness throughout his or her lifetime. It also shows your compatibility with people of the other signs. To learn about your Animal Sign, find the year of your birth among the 12 signs shown above and click on the Chinese character of your sign.

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