Serving the lands of the east, she journeyed onward, piercing through many formidable mountains. Her path led her across sandy mountains and arid deserts, until at last she reached the domains of the Vidyadharas. In these wondrous regions, rivers and streams abounded by the hundreds and thousands, nourishing the land with their sacred waters. On the bank of the river Vakvaukasā stood the renowned Surabhi forest, a place of great fame. This forest was sanctified by sacrifice, immense in its expanse, and possessed immeasurable energy and valor. Among those who dwell here, four are especially honored—they are considered attendants of Kubera, the Lord of Wealth. Each of these four surpasses the others in righteousness, desire, and prosperity, their virtues ever increasing twofold. Owing to the power of the wise, the radiant river Jyotishmati also flows in this land. Upon the supreme mountain Nishadha lies the sacred lake known as Vishnupada. From the side of Mount Meru emerges the great lake Chandraprabha, shining with celestial light. Nearby, the lake Payoda glistens, deep blue and radiant, its surface adorned with blooming lotuses. From the white regions, the sacred river Sarayu flows forth, certainly originating from the holy lake Manasa. In the realm of the Kurus, a famed lake teems with lotuses, fish, and birds, its beauty celebrated by all. There are other renowned lakes here as well, all filled with lotuses, fish, and birds, their waters alive with tranquil and honey-sweet rivers that are born from them. Springs and pure waters emerge throughout these lands, giving rise to noble rivers that flow forth in all directions. The great mountain ridges stretch eastward, their vastness eventually submerged in the salty ocean. Rising northward, these ridges reach the northernmost limits and plunge into the great ocean there. Those extending westward also enter the salty sea, while others reach toward the southern ocean. In that southern realm, the mighty fire named Samvartaka consumes the waters. In all, twelve great mountains descend into the salty ocean, marking the boundaries of these lands. Gazing up at the moon, one sees a white expanse marked by the shape of a black hare; just as this is visible here when the moon rises, so too is it seen elsewhere in the world. In these lands, health, lifespan, and the measure of all things are determined by righteousness, desire, and wealth. Thus, this earth upholds the entire universe and all living beings within it. Hear now, O best of the twice-born, as I speak truthfully of what lies beyond. The circumference of this world is twice as great in every direction as what has been described. In these regions, virtue prevails, and people do not die for a long time. There too are seven sacred mountains, adorned with precious jewels, their glory resplendent. In the islands of Plaksha and the others, there are seven such mountains in each of the five principal regions. Now, let me describe the seven mighty islands of Plaksha. The first region is known as Gomeda, famed for its treasures. Here, the Ashvin twins once gathered herbs sought for their ambrosial properties. In this mountain, the great sages Narada and Parvata were born in ancient times. Long ago, the gods slew Chandamṛtyu and Dundubhi in this very place. The fifth mountain is called Somaka, where the gods once obtained the divine nectar, ambrosia. The sixth is named Sumanā, and the seventh is called Vṛṣabha. Vaibhrāja, the seventh, shines with radiant light and is a great crystal mountain. Now, I shall recount to you the names of their regions, in proper order, as this sacred knowledge unfolds.