The Chinese Zodiac is a system of 12 animals that each represent a year in a 12-year cycle. Each animal has its own myth and significance in Chinese culture, influencing personality traits, fortunes, and life events. The most famous of these myths is the race that determined the order of the animals, which was organized by the Jade Emperor.
The animals include the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each animal’s characteristics are believed to influence the personality of those born in that year. These myths continue to play a large role in Chinese culture, with each year being celebrated according to its zodiac animal.