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Most people from the West know their astrology
sign.
A popular feature in daily newspapers around the world, many wouldn't
think of starting their day without checking out their astrological
forecast for the day.
However, on Phuket, which has a large ethnic Chinese population,
Chinese astrology is more common and more important in establishing
auspicious days to marry, open a business or make any serious transaction.
The Chinese astrological calendar is divided into twelve year cycles
which have the names of animals who represent various character
traits.
"Yes, but Chinese astrology is far more complicated than this,"
comments Chang Kim Sia, who has set up a center for the Chinese
astrological arts in the lobby of the Metropole Hotel in Phuket
Town. "We also consider the five elements of wood, fire, sand,
iron and water as influences not only for the birth year but for
each day."
Mr. Chang provides a variety of consulting services including No
Heng, a more obscure practice of reading the shape and characteristics
of the face.
"The face is the mirror of one's destiny. Lines are significant
and texture of skin and shape of features as cheekbones give indications
of individual strengths. It is always much easier to read the face
of an older person as there are so many more facial characteristics,"
he continues.
Mr. Chang was born in Thailand but at age 3 years he traveled with
his father who was a Chinese astrologer to China where he studied
the astral arts. He returned to Thailand and has built a career
not only counselling customers on their personal destinies but is
an expert in Feng Shui, the art of arranging a home or office to
achieve maximum prosperity.
He enjoys meeting foreigners and can convert international birthdates
into the Chinese system. His advice runs from destiny about work,
love and money to what colors are the most beneficial to wear for
high energy and good health.
Certainly a visit to a Chinese astrologer will add interest to
any visit to Phuket town or a holiday on the island. Contact the
Metropole Hotel at Tel: 215 050
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