Symbol
Bright jewelThe emblem classical texts give it NAKSHATRA GUIDE · 14 OF 27
Chitra Nakshatra
Ruled by Mars · presided by Vishvakarma (celestial architect) · symbol: Bright jewel
Deity
Vishvakarma (celestial architect)Presiding devataLord
MarsVimshottari dasha ruler — sets the first dashaSpan
173.33°–186.67°Sidereal zodiac arc, four padasMEANING
Born under Chitra
Chitra bestows aesthetic brilliance, design sense and charismatic presence. You build and beautify with creative ambition.
IN THE ZODIAC
Chitra sits inside
Its 13°20′ arc crosses two rashis — which is why the same nakshatra can colour two different Moon signs.
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