Travel muhurat

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Traditionally, journey-start (Yatra) muhurats consider the day, the disha (direction of travel), and the traveller's nakshatra. A well-timed start contributes to a smooth journey and a successful return.

Classical considerations

  • - Disha shool: each weekday has a forbidden travel direction. Sunday — West; Monday — East; Tuesday — North; Wednesday — North; Thursday — South; Friday — West; Saturday — East.
  • - Avoid Bhadra and Rahu Kaal during departure.
  • - Favor weekdays based on direction: head North on Wednesday/Thursday, South on Sunday/Tuesday, East on Monday/Saturday, West on Tuesday/Friday.
  • - Auspicious nakshatras: Ashwini, Pushya, Punarvasu, Hasta, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Revati.
  • - Pick a time during Shubh choghadiya for the actual departure.

Used to weight days that align with your nakshatra and tarabala.