• Sanskrit Name: Ishanaya
• Presiding Deity: Ishana (Form of Lord Shiva)
• Element: Water and Air (Jala and Vayu)
• Qualities: Spirituality, clarity, purity, wisdom

Rules and Significance:

• The northeast is considered the most auspicious direction in Vastu and is associated with spiritual growth and enlightenment.
• The northeast should remain clean, clutter-free, and light. No heavy structures or objects should be placed here, as they may hinder the positive flow of energy.
• The Pooja room or space for meditation is ideal in the northeast, as it is closest to divinity.
• Water bodies such as fountains or underground tanks should be placed in the northeast to ensure prosperity, wisdom, and mental clarity.
• Ideal Rooms: The Pooja room or meditation room should be placed in the northeast. It's also a good location for entrances, study rooms, or gardens, as this corner symbolizes purity and spiritual growth.
• Avoid: Avoid toilets, kitchens, heavy storage, or bedrooms in the northeast. Heavy structures block the spiritual and mental clarity associated with this direction. A toilet in the northeast can bring health and financial problems.