Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)
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Chitra
Chitra (चित्रा) is the 14th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Divine Architect) with planetary ruler Mars (Mangala), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.
Ruling DeityTvashtar / Vishwakarma (Divine Architect)
RulerMars (Mangala)
NatureMridu / Maitra (Creative & Elegant)
ElementEarth / Air
SymbolBright Jewel / Pearl
Significance
The star of design, architecture, visual beauty, brilliant creativity, and elegance. Valued in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, spiritual contemplation, and understanding mental tendencies.
Favorable
- •Spiritual meditation and learning
- •Initiatives aligned with Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Divine Architect)
- •Skill enhancement and study
Unfavorable
- •Unrighteous undertakings
- •Actions conflicting with Mridu / Maitra (Creative & Elegant) nature