| The real origin of the animal signs in Chinese
astrology is not clear.
Legend suggests the creation is attributed to the Yellw Emperor
in 2637 B.C. The Yellow Emperor is a semimythical figure.
Another legend attributes Buddha c.563-c.483 B.C, with the
creation of the animal cycle. Buddha had invited all the animals
to visit him but only twelve turned up. To show thanks, Buddha
dedicated a year to each animal throughout history. The years
were allocated in the order the animals arrived.
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