In that wondrous realm, a river arises, its waters cherished and drunk by the inhabitants. Whoever partakes of this river finds their mind clear and sound, for such is the blessing of this sacred stream. From its very essence, a special gold known as Jāmbūnada is produced—gold so pure and radiant that it is fit for the adornment of the perfected beings. O best of sages, know that between two illustrious regions lies the land of Ilāvṛta. To the west stretches Vaibhrāja, and to the north, the vast forest of Savitṛ. Within this realm, four lakes exist, ever pure and constantly worthy of the gods themselves. Among the foremost mountains are Vaikaṅka, Maṇiśaila, and Ṛkṣavān, all created by the gods and declared to be the abodes of the perfected ones. There are also the mountains Trikūṭa, Śikhara, Pataṅga, and Rucaka, each renowned and revered. Alongside these stand Samūla, Vasudhāra, the land of the Kurus, and Sānumān. Ekaśṛṅga, the great mountain, Gajaśaila, and Piśācaka add to this mighty gathering. These mountains are famed for their divine deeds—most excellent and powerful among all. There are others, too: Śikhivāsa, Vaidūrya, Kapila, and the fragrant Gandhamādana; Supārśva, Supakṣa, Kaṅka, and another Kapila; Añjana, Madhumāṃs, Kumuda, and Mukuṭa; and the great Pārijāta and Kapilodaka. These are the kingly mountains, always attended by the Siddhas and Gandharvas. Further still are the peaks Śaṅkhakūṭa, Vṛṣabha, Haṃsa, and another called Nāga; Mayūra, Kapila, and Mahākapila. On the northern side of Lake Mānasā rise the Kesarācalas, surrounded by inner valleys, tranquil lakes, and peaceful forests. These places are clear, with gentle dust and utterly free from suffering. Above all, towering over Meru, is the renowned abode of the god of gods, the great Creator. This sacred place is worshipped by the lords of yogis, sages, Upendra, and Śaṅkara. Ever present there is Sanatkumāra, the blessed one, who remains absorbed in yoga, having tasted the supreme nectar of realization. Before Brahmā stands a radiant and pure abode, crowded with hosts of great sages and attended by those who know Brahman. There, the Lord of the universe delights in the company of the Pramathas, his devoted followers. Ascetics who speak only the truth worship Mahādeva in this holy place, and the Supreme Lord graciously accepts the reverent worship offered by Pārvatī. In the east lies Amarāvatī, a city endowed with every kind of splendor. There, thousands of gods worship the thousand-eyed Indra. This supreme abode is so exalted that even the gods find it difficult to attain. Another city, Tejovatī, is filled with divine wonders. It is a place for those who recite sacred texts and perform sacrifices, and it is unassailable even by demons. There is also the divine city Saṃyamanī, served by Siddhas and Gandharvas; this is the dwelling place of those steadfast in truth and righteousness. Yet, not all cities are so pure. There is a city called Rakṣovatī, surrounded on all sides by Rākṣasas. Those who are devoted to unrighteousness and possessed of tamasic tendencies are drawn there. Thus is the glorious and varied expanse of this divine realm, with its sacred rivers, mountains, and cities, each attended by beings according to their nature and deeds.