Tiger Chinese Zodiac Sign: Symbolism in Chinese Culture The Tiger is known as the king of all beasts, not only because the Chinese character “王” (literally meaning “the king”) is displayed on its forehead, but also because it is the symbol of bravery and power. Tigers originate from China and […]

Ox Chinese Zodiac Sign: Symbolism in Chinese Culture The Chinese legends, myths, and folk customs of the Ox have passed from one generation to another since ancient times, and are still popular among the Chinese people nowadays. The Ox and the Ancient Ancestor Totem A number of countries and nations […]

Rat Chinese Zodiac Sign: Symbolism in Chinese Culture In the long history co-existing between humankind and rats, the Rat plays various roles in cultures of different nations, which are deeply rooted in people’s minds. By perfectly combining its biological features with its cultural features, the symbolic meaning of the Rat […]

There are 12 Chinese zodiac signs, in the following order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each sign is named after an animal, and each animal has its own unique characteristics. Do you know why the 12 Chinese zodiac animals are in the […]