The characteristics of the 12 Chinese Zodiac animal signs can pertain to not only people but to cities too. In this article, we will discuss what cities around the world best fit each one of the Chinese Zodiac animal signs.

The Chinese Zodiac Rat

The fast taking and scheming Rat would fit in perfectly in New York City. The Rat needs constant stimulation and action and what better place to get this than in the city that never sleeps.

The Chinese Zodiac Ox

The hard working and steadfast Ox would seem to be a perfect fit for Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. This is the quintessential blue collar town famous for its steel mills.

The Chinese Zodiac Tiger

The bold and courageous Tiger has made its presence now in Hong Kong the financial center of Asia. Hong Kong was built on the daring entrepreneurial spirit of its early business pioneers.

The Chinese Zodiac Rabbit

The gentle and peace loving Rabbit would be right at home in Geneva, Switzerland. Geneva’s ability to maintain a peaceful nation in the midst of two world wars in the heart of Europe testament to its diplomatic skills.

The Chinese Zodiac Dragon

The grand Dragon could be in no other city than Beijing, China. As the symbol of Chinese Astrological wisdom, the Dragon sign must be represented by China’s capitol city.

The Chinese Zodiac Snake

The mysterious and secretive could find its perfect lair in the city of Port-Au-Prince, Haiti. Not only is the exotic Snake at home in Port-Au-Prince’s tropical climate, but its love of the occult is fostered by Haiti’s deep-rooted Voodoo tradition.

The Chinese Zodiac Horse

The independent and free spirited Horse would be well suited to the sprawling metropolis of Los Angeles, California. With its numerous and massive system of freeways, the Horse will never feel fenced in.

The Chinese Zodiac Sheep

The stylish and cultured Sheep must be in Paris, France. Paris is the fashion and artistic capitol of the world. The chic and sophisticated Sheep cannot help but be drawn to the City of Lights.

The Chinese Zodiac Rooster

The flamboyant and confident Rooster is a perfect match for the city of Rio de janeiro, Brazil. When it is Carnival season the Rooster can strut his stuff walking in the parade or be showcased on the floats in full costume.

The Chinese Zodiac Dog

The loyal and justice loving Dog would fit in nicely in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania the City of Brotherly Love. Philadelphia is the home to the Liberty Bell and Liberty Hall where the constitution was signed.

The Chinese Zodiac Pig

The comfort and loving Pig would be perfectly at home in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. The Pig will not be able to resist the lavish offering of Cajun, Creole, French and Southern food that the city has to offer, not to mention the excesses that go on during Mardi Gras.