In the sacred realms described by the sages, there exists a holy city known as Suddhavatī, a place adorned with every enjoyment one could desire. It is said that those who, with steadfast hearts, undertake pilgrimages and practice patience in this world eventually reach this blessed city. Beyond Suddhavatī lies another sanctified city called Gandhavatī, the abode of the mighty Prabhañjana. Only those who have mastered the discipline of prāṇāyāma, controlling their breath and life force, are able to attain this eternal and immortal place. There is also the radiant city of Kāntimatī, where the luminous Soma shines in glory. This city, created for the blessed, overflows with various delights and pleasures. Yet another sacred city, Yaśovatī, stands apart—so exalted and difficult to approach that very few can reach its gates. Here, the mighty Lord of Hosts resides, surrounded by his devoted attendants. In ancient times, the great god Shiva, the trident-wielder, established his own dwelling in this very place. Encircling the city of Brahma, the celestial Ganga descends from the heavens, dividing into four sacred streams: Sita, Alakananda, Suchakshur, and Bhadranami. From the eastern region, the river Bhadrashva flows onward and merges with the ocean. Piercing the sea, the river divides into seven branches, continuing on its divine journey. From there, the waters travel to the western region called Ketumala and again join the ocean. Crossing the northern ocean, the sacred waters approach the realm of the great sages. In the heart of these lands stands the golden mountain Meru, shaped like the central bud of a lotus. The petals of this world-lotus extend far beyond the boundary mountains, forming the structure of the cosmos. To the south and north of Meru rise the mountains Nila and Nishadha, each spanning eighty yojanas in length and marking the limits of the intervening region. On the western side of Meru, these mountains mirror their eastern counterparts, stretching east and west within the surrounding ocean. Around Meru, the mountains Jaṭhara and others are stationed on all four sides, standing guard over this sacred center. In these wondrous lands, women radiant as lotus petals live for a hundred thousand years. Those who partake of mangoes enjoy lifespans of ten thousand years, and the virtuous who eat the fruit of the banyan tree also live long lives. Men and women dwell in these regions as if they were gods themselves. In the land of the Kurus, people of dark complexion live contentedly, sustaining themselves on milk. On the sacred island of Candradvīpa, the inhabitants devote themselves continually to 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 and filled with devotion. Elsewhere, those who drink the juice of sugarcane also enjoy lifespans of ten thousand years, and these people are ever devoted to Viṣṇu, constantly worshipping him with reverence. In the Pārijāta grove stands the celestial palace of Vāsudeva, resplendent and fortified with ten mighty walls, making it nearly impossible to approach. This divine palace is adorned on all sides with thousands of golden pillars, furnished with a throne of celestial beauty, and endowed with every imaginable splendor. Within, pure devotees of Nārāyaṇa gather, intent on studying the Vedas and continually praising Mādhava with sacred mantras, bowing before him with devotion. In this realm, the kings are always engaged in acts of greatness, upholding dharma and glory. The women, ever youthful, delight in adorning themselves, adding to the beauty and grace of this celestial world. Thus, in these sacred lands, life unfolds in harmony with the divine, filled with devotion, virtue, and joy.