Nakshatras

Vishakha Nakshatra: traits, career, love and remedies

Vishakha is the sixteenth nakshatra, linked to ambition, determination and the final push. It is built to reach a goal.

Updated 13 November 2026 · 3 min read · Nakshatra guide

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Vishakha is the sixteenth nakshatra, linked to ambition, determination and the final push. It is built to reach a goal.

Key facts

RashiTula (Libra)
Ruling planetJupiter
DeityIndra and Agni
SymbolTriumphal arch
Degrees20° Tula – 3°20' Vrischika

Personality

Vishakha is goal-driven. People with this nakshatra are focused, ambitious and willing to do the unglamorous work to win. They have a strong sense of purpose and a low tolerance for distraction. The difficulty is obsession: the goal can swallow the rest of life. The mature Vishakha keeps the drive and adds a stopping point.

Career

Vishakha suits law, politics, business, sport, research and any role with a clear target. They are excellent at the final stretch and poor at resting. The best career move is usually a role with measurable achievement.

Love and relationships

In love, Vishakha is committed but intense. They pursue what they want and expect loyalty. The difficulty is work-life imbalance: the partner can feel like a project. Scheduled time together protects the relationship.

Health and energy

Vishakha governs the reproductive system and the nervous system. Overwork and stress are the main risks. Sleep and boundaries are the practical remedies.

This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. See a doctor for any persistent symptom.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Vishakha nakshatra known for?

Ambition and determination. Its symbol is a triumphal arch, which points to a goal that is reached after sustained effort.

Which rashis does Vishakha touch?

It starts in Tula and ends in Vrischika, bridging air and water.

Which rashi is Vishakha nakshatra in?

It falls in Tula (Libra), at 20° Tula – 3°20' Vrischika. A nakshatra can sometimes cross a rashi boundary, which is why the degrees matter.

What is the ruling planet of Vishakha?

Jupiter rules this nakshatra. The ruling planet shapes how the nakshatra expresses itself, especially during its dasha.

One nakshatra, many expressions

The nakshatra sets a tone. The rashi, the ruling planet and the current dasha decide how that tone shows up in daily life.

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This page is jyotish-based guidance, not medical, legal or financial advice. It describes patterns and timing, not guarantees. For health, legal or money decisions, speak to a qualified professional.