Original Dakshin Mukhi Shankh | Conch Shell | Dakshinavarti Shankh | Conch Shell

The dakshinavarti shankh is also known as the Lakshmi shankh. Daksinavarta or dakshinavarti shankh is open on the right side that is considered the abode of the lord of wealth, Kuber. It has a closed mouth, therefore, it is only worshipped and does not emit any sound. Right-handed conch shells are auspicious and attract good luck, peace and prosperity.
Right-handed or dakshinavarti conch shells should be placed in the puja room designed in the north, the east or the northeast. A swastika should be drawn on this shankh and it should be worshipped with sandalwood, flowers and diya.