Join the Confucius Institute to find out what makes Chinese Philosophy around the 5 elements so exciting! Wood, fire, earth, metal, and water are believed to be the fundamental components of everything in the universe and are used to describe interactions and relationships between things. In Chinese astrology, each zodiac sign is associated with one of the five elements — this association is your “lucky” element. Find us and try your hand at the art of Chinese calligraphy and create beautifully decorated rocks personalised with your special element or message.