Astrology holds immense importance in Hinduism, as does Vastu Shastra. According to these beliefs, many people keep tortoises made of crystal, copper, silver, or other metals in their homes, offices, or shops. Metal tortoises symbolize stability, security, and financial growth. Let's explore which tortoises bestow which happiness, prosperity, and power.

Below are some important Vastu tips for placing the metal tortoise in the right way.

Why do people keep metal tortoises?

Keeping a metal tortoise at home is associated with prosperity and financial stability.

In a house where there is a metal tortoise, there is very little shortage of money.

Many people also keep it in offices or shops, as it is believed to help in business growth and increase profits.

Auspicious day to bring a tortoise home

Vastu Shastra suggests bringing a metal tortoise into the home on the full moon day, which is considered very auspicious. On that day, as a traditional ritual, soak the tortoise in raw milk for a while.

Perform this ritual at the right time

After soaking it in milk, take it out during Abhijit Muhurta, which is considered a good time of the day.

Before placing the turtle in its final place, rinse it thoroughly with clean water.

The right place for the turtle

Take a bowl full of water and place a metal tortoise in it, as tortoise is considered a water creature.

Place this bowl in the north-east direction of your house, which is considered a positive and spiritual direction in Vaastu.

Chant this mantra

After placing the bowl in the right direction, chant the mantra “Om Shreem Kurmaya Namah” 11 times.

This brings positive energy and harmony into the home.

Turtle spot

Keep in mind that the head of the tortoise should be towards the entrance of the house.

According to Vastu beliefs, this place helps in attracting good opportunities and positive energy.