Direction Vastu
North West Direction as per Vastu Shastra
North-West is Vayu — the air zone. It rules movement, guests, storage and departure. Guest rooms and vehicle parking belong here.
What This Direction Rules
Element: Air. Ruling deity: Vayu. Ruling planet: Moon. Recommended colour palette: White, Silver, Grey.
Best Uses of the North West Zone
- Guest room
- Car parking
- Toilet
- Kitchen (alternate zone)
- Wardrobe / storage
Avoid Placing Here
- Master bedroom (guests overstay)
- Pooja room
- Cash locker
Vedic Astrology Connection
North West direction resonates with Moon, which rules Cancer and the Rohini, Hasta, Shravana nakshatras. Rules mind, mother and emotions; strong Moon gives peace and intuition. Worship day: Monday. Recommended gemstone: Pearl (only after a Vedic consultation).
- Ruling planet: Moon
- Rashi (zodiac): Cancer
- Key nakshatras: Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
- Beej mantra: Om Chandraya Namah
- Vastu alignment: North-West zone
Remedies to Amplify This Direction
- Hang a wind chime in NW corner
- Camphor bowl for movement
- Metal wardrobe in NW
- Silver-grey or white walls
- Keep the zone airy
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Vayu governs the North West direction; its element is Air and ruling planet is Moon.
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