"As tortoise is gifted with long life therefore in Vastu Shastra and in Feng Shui it gives Long Life. As in Puranas, Lord Vishnu took the form of tortoise to uphold the earth and its beings during the Sagar Manthan; Lord Vishnu’s Tortoise is second avatar and is called as Kurma avatar. tortoise figurine must be kept in water. Tortoise figure can be kept in similar material depth dish. Add some water and colored stones. This will make a nice décor. If you are wishing to place a tortoise family in your living room; than it is the best option as it will help you to increase your family harmony. You must always remember that wherever you place your tortoise figurine, it should always face towards East Direction."