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How do I know which direction my house is?
The direction of the main entrance as per Vastu, is the most important aspect, while taking a rental home. The best entry is north-east, followed by north-west, east. North and west-facing homes are also considered good. Avoid homes with south, south-east and south-west entries.
How can you tell which way your house is without a compass?
Use a Wristwatch
- If you have a watch with hands (not digital), you can use it like a compass. Place the watch on a level surface.
- Point the hour hand towards the sun.
- That imaginary line points south.
- This means North is 180 degrees in the other direction.
- If you can wait, watch the sun and see which way it is moving.
What does it mean if your house is facing east?
East symbolizes life as God Sun rises from this direction. Sun brings light and energy to this world and this is why east facing properties are considered best for any type of construction. Here are some of the benefits of choosing east direction: Wealth and prosperity are assured for the houses having east direction.
Which house is better east facing or west facing?
It’s a common myth that west-facing homes are not as auspicious as north and east-facing homes. However, according to Vastu Shastra, all homes are considered equally auspicious, and there is no such thing that west-facing homes are not as good as north or east-facing homes.
Is it good to have an east facing house?
North or north-east facing properties are considered the most desirable because they get the most direct sunlight through the day, especially in winter when the sun is at its lowest. In an urban area where sunlight is at a premium, this can make a world of difference.
Is it better to have a house facing west or east?
With a west-facing home, the sun will rise in your backyard, and set in the front. For an east-facing home, the opposite is true. Placement on the homesite can also be important for energy conservation and comfort.
What are the disadvantages of west facing house?
“West-facing homes get the sun’s heat for longer duration than east-facing homes. These remain hot for most part of the day. Also, the doors and windows placed in west direction get damaged faster due to heat as compared to other directions,” says Lakshmi Chauhan, an Indore-based Vastu consultant.
How can I tell north from South in my house?
Now North is the way you are facing, and South is behind you. A compass may give you more precise orientations for particular spots inside your house, but this will give you a rough idea of where everything is.
How can I get a view of my house from above?
You can type in your address and get a view of your house from above. I actually like the printing function of Google Earth better, since it’s using your printer directly, and not going through the web browser.
How do I know what windows are north, south, west and east?
We can watch sunsets from the front windows (West) and sunrises from the back (East). If looking out my front window, I turn to the left and the windows face the south; right is north. Just locate where the sun goes down tonight in the horizon and you’ll know that that’s due West.
How can I find directions to north, east, and West?
To determine directions to North, South, East, and West, use the compass app or the GPS on your phone to see which direction you are facing. If you don’t have your phone with you or want to use primitive methods, plant a stick upright into the ground. Then, place a rock where the stick’s shadow ends to mark the spot.