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What is the top and bottom of the Chinese Zodiac? How is the left and right arranged?

The arrangement of the 12 zodiac signs is based on their position and orientation in traditional Chinese culture. Generally speaking, the order of the twelve zodiac signs is as follows: from top to bottom: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. From left to right: Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig, Rat. This arrangement originated from the observation and study of the stars by ancient Chinese astronomers, who believed that the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac were related to the stars and had certain astrological significance. At the same time, this arrangement is also easy for people to memorize and understand the twelve zodiac signs.