The Supreme Lord, in His boundless compassion, graciously accepted the worship offered by Pārvatī, honoring her devotion with deep reverence. In the eastern direction lies the magnificent city of Amarāvatī, resplendent with every imaginable splendor. There, thousands upon thousands of gods gather to worship the thousand-eyed Indra, their lord. This supreme abode is so exalted that even the gods themselves find it difficult to attain. Not far from there is the wondrous city of Tejovatī, a place filled with divine marvels. It is especially sanctified for those who recite sacred texts and perform sacrifices, and it stands unassailable by any demon. Another celestial city, Saṃyamanī, is served by Siddhas and Gandharvas. This is the dwelling place of those who uphold truth and righteousness in the world. In contrast, there is the city of Rakṣovatī, surrounded on all sides by fierce Rākṣasas. Those who are devoted to unrighteousness and possess tamasic natures are drawn there. Yet, there is also the holy city of Suddhavatī, replete with all desired enjoyments, which is attained by those who constantly undertake pilgrimages and practice patience in this world. Another sacred city is Gandhavatī, the abode of Prabhañjana. Those who have perfected the practice of prāṇāyāma, mastering their breath, reach this eternal and immortal realm. Then there is Kāntimatī, a radiant city where Soma, the moon, shines in glory. This place, created for the blessed, is endowed with countless enjoyments. The city of Yaśovatī is renowned for its holiness and is exceedingly difficult for anyone to approach. There, the mighty Lord of Hosts dwells, ever surrounded by his devoted attendants. In ancient times, Lord Shiva, the wielder of the trident, established his own dwelling there. Encircling the city of Brahma, the sacred river Ganga descends from the heavens in four streams: Sita, Alakananda, Suchakshur, and Bhadranami. From the eastern region, the stream Bhadrashva flows all the way to the ocean. Piercing the sea, the Ganga divides into seven branches before reaching the ocean, O best of the twice-born. It then travels to the western region known as Ketumala and again reaches the ocean, eventually crossing the northern ocean as well. At the very heart of these regions stands Mount Meru, shaped like the central bud of a lotus. The petals of this world-lotus stretch far beyond the boundary mountains. On the southern and northern sides of Meru rise the great mountains Nila and Nishadha, each extending for eighty yojanas and situated within the intervening regions. To the west of Meru, these mountains are positioned just as in the east, and both ranges extend east and west within the intervening ocean. On all four sides of Meru, mountains such as Jaṭhara and others stand sentinel, O great sages. In these celestial realms, women radiant as lotus petals live for a hundred thousand years. Those who partake of mangoes enjoy lifespans of ten thousand years, while those established in virtue who eat the fruit of the banyan tree also live long lives. Men and women in these lands live as if they reside in the very realm of the gods. In the region of Kuru, people with dark complexions live, sustaining themselves on milk. On the island of Candradvīpa, the inhabitants are ever engaged in the worship of the great god Śiva. Those who eat the fruit of the plakṣa tree live for ten thousand years, their minds absorbed in meditation, filled with devotion and reverence.