Chitra Nakshatra
Chitra, the shining jewel ruled by Mars with the divine architect Vishwakarma as deity, is the star of art, design and dazzling creativity. Its natives are charismatic, stylish and gifted at giving form to beauty.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Mars |
| Deity | Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (divine architect) |
| Symbol | Bright jewel / pearl |
| Gana | Rakshasa (fierce) |
| Gender | Female |
| Nadi | Madhya (Pitta) |
| Yoni (animal) | Tiger |
| Sign & span | 23°20' Virgo – 6°40' Libra |
Key traits
- Charismatic, stylish and creative
- Skilled in design and craftsmanship
- Brilliant and detail-perfect
- Can be flashy or self-focused
Career & strengths
Architecture and design, fashion, jewellery, art, engineering, film and any creative-technical craft suit Chitra.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Mars (see the Mars remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Tvashtar / Vishwakarma
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month