Tortoise is gifted with long life and hence in Vaastu Shastra as well as in Feng Shui it is considered very auspicious. Tortoise attracts positive energy. It is believed keeping Tortoise in bedroom is a very good remedy for insomnia. Tortoise also attracts wealth, prosperity, peace, good fortune and strength. As per Puranas, Lord Vishnu took the form of Tortoise and held Mandrachal mountain on its back at the time of churning of the celestial ocean. This was known as Kurma Avatar of Lord Vishnu. These days we get Tortoise in different material like Wood, Metal, Crystal, Sand, etc. To get the beneficial effects of Tortoise, it is important that it is placed in the right direction.

Typically, Tortoise rules the North direction and hence it should be kept in the North direction only. If the Tortoise is made up of mud or sand then it should be kept in North East or South West direction. If it is made up of alloy, then it should be kept in the North direction. If the Tortoise is made of Crystal, then it should be kept in South West or North West direction. Tortoise made up of wood should be kept in East or South East direction.

Now, let us discuss the look of Tortoise. You can use any normal looking Tortoise but if the Tortoise is dragon headed (its head represents dragon) then it is very beneficial. Dragon headed Tortoise increases the life of the head of the family, brings money and prosperity in the household and protects the members of the house. If Tortoise is placed at the main door of the house it will prevent Negative energy from entering the house. Keeping Tortoise at home is very beneficial in job and profession and also helps students in performing better in examinations. To reap beneficial results of Tortoise in business, it is advisable to keep Silver Tortoise at work place. Even black colored Tortoise brings good luck and prosperity in business. Mothers facing difficulties in conceiving should keep female tortoise with a baby Tortoise on her back at appropriate direction. This helps in progeny.

Tortoise should always be kept in a metal dish filled with water.