The Chinese year of the Horse

The Chinese zodiac has twelve signs and, unlike our western astrology, in Chinese astrology each sign has a duration of one year. Legend has it that as Buddha was about to leave the land summoned all animals to say goodbye. Only twelve up so, to show his appreciation for their loyalty, he vowed that from then on each year would bear the name of an animal.

Chinese astrology is based on the lunar calendar. This means the Chinese New Year does not fall on the same day each year and can vary up to 3 weeks. So for babies born in late January / early February it is necessary to consult the tables to determine the correct sign.

You will find a table with dates and directions below.

February 9, 2005 - January 28, 2006: Gall
22 January 2004 - February 8, 2005: Monkey
February 1, 2003 - January 21, 2004: Goat
February 12, 2002 - January 31, 2003: Horse
January 24, 2001 - February 11, 2002: Snake
February 5, 2000 - January 23, 2001: Dragon
February 6, 1999 - 4 February 2000: Rabbit
January 28, 1998 - 5 February 1999: Tiger
February 8, 1997 - January 27, 1998: Ox
February 19, 1996 - 7 February 1997: Rat
January 31, 1995 - February 18, 1996: Pig
February 10, 1994 - January 30, 1995: Dog
January 23, 1993 - 9 February 1994: Rooster
February 4, 1992 - January 22, 1993: Monkey
February 15, 1991 - February 3, 1992: Goat
January 27, 1990 - February 14, 1991: Horse
February 6, 1989 - January 26, 1990: Snake
February 17, 1988 - 5 February 1989: Dragon
January 29, 1987 - February 16, 1988: Rabbit
February 9, 1986 - January 28, 1987: Tiger
February 20, 1985 - February 8, 1986: Ox
February 2, 1984 - 19 February 1985: Rat
February 13, 1983 - February 1, 1984, Pig
February 25, 1982 - February 12, 1983: Dog

If you were born under the sign of the Chinese year of the Horse, you're so funny! Horses are usually strong, handsome people with bags of energy, natural athletes often drawn to outdoor activities. Not suitable for office work, those born under this sign dislike dealing with detail and much needed exercise to keep alert.

Horses must be at the center of attention and be liked. However, they can be stubborn and want full freedom to do what they want, regardless of other feelings. Instinctive and intuitive, Horses bit 'attention to the opinions of others.

People born under this sign like to dress and organize large parties. Never boring, are fun and very funny, if you're going on vacation and want to take a friend, pick a horse!

The characteristics of people born under the signs of other years in China can be found on our website.