Vastu Directions: All 8 Zones Explained
Each direction of the Vastu Purusha Mandala is governed by a presiding deity, a Panch Tattva element, and a ruling Graha. Together, they determine which rooms thrive in each zone of your home.
Based on Manasara Chapter 9, Brihat Samhita Chapter 53, and Vishwakarma Prakash
North
उत्तर (Uttar)
Water (Jal)Sri Kuberji, deity of wealth
wealth · career
Read Guide →North East
ईशान (Ishan)
Water (Jal)Shivji, presiding deity of the Northeast
spirituality · wisdom
Read Guide →East
पूर्व (Purva)
Fire (Agni)Sri Indraji, king of the devas
health · vitality
Read Guide →South East
आग्नेय (Agneya)
Fire (Agni)Sri Agniji, deity of fire
energy · creativity
Read Guide →South
दक्षिण (Dakshina)
Earth (Prithvi)Sri Yamaji, deity of dharma
stability · rest
Read Guide →South West
नैऋत्य (Nairritya)
Earth (Prithvi)Maa Nirritiji, Guardian of the Southwest
stability · grounding
Read Guide →West
पश्चिम (Paschim)
Water (Jal)Sri Varunaji, deity of cosmic waters
discipline · gains from effort
Read Guide →North West
वायव्य (Vayavya)
Air (Vayu)Sri Vayuji, deity of wind and vital breath
social connections · communication
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