AstrologgerAbout Chitra Nakshatra
Chitra, the "brilliant gem" nakshatra, is ruled by Mars and presided over by Vishvakarma, the celestial architect who fashions the ornaments and palaces of the gods. Its principal star—Spica, one of the most luminous in the night sky—reflects the native's drive to create dazzling, beautiful, and perfectly crafted things. Those born under Chitra are typically gifted designers, architects, artists, or visionaries who pursue beauty with a perfectionist's eye and a warrior's tenacity.
Key qualities
- brilliance
- artistry
- architectural vision
- charisma
- perfectionism
Padas (quarters) of Chitra
| Pada | Navamsa Sign | Syllable |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leo | Pe |
| 2 | Virgo | Po |
| 3 | Libra | Ra |
| 4 | Scorpio | Ri |
Frequently asked questions
What is Chitra Nakshatra?+
Chitra (चित्रा) is the 14th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 23°20′ Virgo–6°40′ Libra in the sidereal zodiac and is ruled by Mars. Its presiding deity is Vishvakarma and its symbol is the Bright jewel / Pearl. Chitra belongs to the Rakshasa gana and its yoni (animal instinct) is the Tiger.
What are the personality traits of Chitra Nakshatra natives?+
People born under Chitra Nakshatra are typically associated with qualities such as brilliance, artistry, architectural vision, charisma, perfectionism. Its principal star—Spica, one of the most luminous in the night sky—reflects the native's drive to create dazzling, beautiful, and perfectly crafted things. Those born under Chitra are typically gifted designers, architects, artists, or visionaries who pursue beauty with a perfectionist's eye and a warrior's tenacity.
Which planet rules Chitra Nakshatra?+
Chitra Nakshatra is ruled by Mars. In the Vimshottari Dasha system, a person born with the Moon in Chitra begins their life with the Mars Dasha. The planetary energy of Mars strongly colours the nature and potential of this Nakshatra.
What deity governs Chitra Nakshatra?+
The presiding deity of Chitra Nakshatra is Vishvakarma. This divine energy shapes the higher spiritual purpose and the archetypal themes that Chitra natives encounter throughout their lives, including lessons related to brilliance and artistry.
Is Chitra Nakshatra good for marriage?+
In Vedic kundli matching (Guna Milan), Chitra's gana is Rakshasa and its yoni (animal symbol) is the Tiger — two of the eight kootas weighed when matching charts. No nakshatra is universally "good" or "bad" for marriage; compatibility depends on how these factors align with the partner's nakshatra. Check any pairing with our Kundli Matching tool.