Within that wondrous realm, joy reigns supreme. The inhabitants delight endlessly in pleasures and amusements, their hearts ever light and content. Among them dwell the apsarases, led by the enchanting Rambha, each eager for love and companionship. The city itself is a treasure beyond compare, adorned with every gem imaginable and traversed by countless sparkling streams. There, the Rudranis reside—some tranquil, others passionate—all their minds devoted to the Lord. Having ascended to the supreme light, they attain the highest place, basking in spiritual radiance. Within Kapila, the illustrious sage Nandishvara makes his abode, lending wisdom and grace to the land. The sacred, radiant dwelling of Bhāskara, the sun of immeasurable brilliance, shines forth, illuminating all. Nearby, the delightful Lord of cool rays, the Moon, finds joy and contentment. This city stretches for a thousand yojanas, its gateways fashioned from gold and precious jewels. Within, the Soul of the Universe abides with Sāvitrī, accompanied by Vāsudeva and other divine beings. Eminent sages, beginning with Sanandana, dwell here, their presence sanctifying the land. Not far away is the hermitage of the wise preceptor of the Daityas, and in that sacred place resides the venerable sage Kardama. Sanatkumāra, foremost knower of Brahman, also dwells here, revered by all. Pure lakes and rivers grace the landscape, alongside the abodes of the gods. The forests and excellent hermitages are so numerous that even in a hundred years, one could not describe them all in detail. Encircling the ocean of brine lies the island of Plakṣa. Its mountains rise straight and lofty, their peaks frequented by assemblies of perfected beings. The seventh mountain, Vaibhrāja, is most beloved of Brahmā. Here, the Soul of the Universe—the witness and creator of all—is worshipped with reverence. No evildoers or wicked men are ever found; only the Brahmarṣis, who always worship the Grandfather, reside here. They are renowned by name as immortal and virtuous. In these ages, the people of Plakṣa are not long-lived. The four varnas—Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras—are mentioned on the island. Among them, there is union and resemblance with Soma, the moon god. They live for five thousand years, free from disease. Beyond, encircling the ocean of sugarcane juice, lies the island of Shalmali. Seven straight, well-jointed rivers flow here, each known to remove the sins of men. The seven mountains—Droṇa, Kaṅka, Mahiṣa, and Kakudvān among them—stand tall. On Shalmali, there is no division of ages; its people live without illness. They share union, resemblance, and the same world. The Vaishyas here are said to be yellow, the Shudras black, and the twice-born are considered outcastes. Encircling the ocean of wine, the island of Kusha is situated. Its seven mountains—Kusheśaya, Hari, and Mandara among them—rise majestically. Rivers named Vidyud, Ambha, and Mahī carry water across the land. On these, Brahma, Ishana, and the gods beginning with the Devas are worshipped. Here, the Vaishyas are called Snehas, and the Shudras are known as Mandehas. Thus unfolds the tapestry of these sacred realms, each blessed with unique wonders, divine presences, and harmonious communities, all woven together in the eternal expanse of Sanātana Dharma.