Let me tell you of Kuśadvīpa, a wondrous continent said to be twice as wide as the one before it. In this land, the foremost mountain is called Kraiñca, its grandeur unmatched. Beyond the mountain named Andhakāra rises Divāvṛn, and surpassing Dvivida stands Puṇḍarīka, the great and noble mountain. These, together with others, form the seven jewel-encrusted mountains that grace Kraiñcadvīpa. Each mountain is twice as wide as the last, their beauty and delight ever increasing. The land of Kraiñca is renowned for its skillfulness, and nearby, the region of Vāmana is pleasing to the mind. Beyond Uṣṇa lies Pīvaraka, and past Pīvara one finds Andhakāraka. Further still, beyond the land of the sages, is Dundubhisvana, a place of great significance. Here, seven rivers flow, each auspicious and renowned throughout all regions. Among them are Khyati, Pundarika, and the sevenfold Ganga, remembered for their blessings. These rivers, vast and abundant in water, approach the land, enriching it. The illustrious region is encircled on all sides, equal in extent to Krauncha-dvipa. Among these natural islands, in their proper order, the origin and dissolution of beings take place. Now, listen as I speak truthfully and accurately: surrounding the ocean, this continent stands, its waters resembling curd in their purity and richness. From whence arises famine, or the fear of old age and disease? Hear the names of the jewel-mines and rivers that adorn this land. To the east, the golden mountain Udaya shines, and beyond it rises Sumahan, a great mountain with abundant streams. From there, rain descends during the rainy season, nourishing all beings. In the sky, Revatī shines as a constellation, its ordinance established by the grandsire. Thus, the earlier beings became dark in complexion. Beyond these, Ambikeya stands as a fortress mountain, a great peak. Kesarī, adorned with lotuses, is the source from which the wind, lord of creatures, arises. The second of the streams is Sukumara, whose auspicious rainfall is known as Kusumottara. The measure of this continent, its length and breadth, is vast. There is a mountain called Shaka, of great elevation, whose inhabitants are highly revered. Here too are great and meritorious rivers, including seven forms of the sacred Ganga: Ikshu, Venuka, Gabhasti, and the seventh, Saptami. These rivers are said to be in the thousands, from which Indra causes rain to fall. It is possible to enumerate these most sacred rivers. This continent, broad as a shalmali tree, is arranged in the form of a wheel. It is adorned with various minerals, decorated with jewels and coral, and surrounded by trees bearing flowers and fruits on all sides. The land abounds in wealth and grain. The expanse of Shaka-dvipa is equal on all sides, and its seven regions are filled with people of all castes and stages of life. Because of their unwavering adherence to dharma, the people dwell in supreme happiness.