In the heart of the celestial realms, there exist magnificent and delightful cities belonging to the deities—Shakra, Yama, Soma, Varuna, Nirriti, and Agni. Surrounding the abode of Sharva are the splendid palaces of Vayu and Rudra, each deity residing in their own divine mansion, creating a tapestry of divinity all around. In the northeast, within the domain of Ishvara, worship is ceaseless and unwavering. Here, the blessed Lord Shailadi dwells, revered by Siddhas and disciples alike. Sanatkumara, the lord of the gods, sits joyfully with the Siddhas, accompanied by Sanaka, Sananda, and thousands of others of their kind. In some places, the realm of yoga prevails; elsewhere, the realm of enjoyment flourishes. Amidst these, a radiant palace shines, its brilliance akin to the youthful sun. This auspicious abode of Shailadi is also where Ganesha resides, alongside Karttikeya and countless hosts of Ganas. The mothers Suyaśā and Sunetrā, and Madana, are present as well. At the base flows the sacred river called Jambūnadī. On its southern bank stands the beautiful Jambu tree, towering and wide, bearing fruit throughout all seasons. Encircling Mount Meru is a vast and auspicious region covered with Varshamila trees. Here, some beings feast on the Jambu fruits, while others partake of nectar. The inhabitants are of various hues, their bodies shining like Jambunada gold. Brahmins who dwell at the foot of Meru refer to this region as the auspicious middle continent. This continent is endowed with nine regions, each possessing its own river, country, and mountain lord. The scripture now turns to describe these nine regions of Jambudvipa in detail, sharing their measurements, their circular extent, and the distances between them in yojanas. The measure of each continent is said to be a hundred thousand yojanas, and each subsequent continent is twice the size of the previous, increasing twofold each time. The earth, together with its oceans, spans fifty crores in breadth, joined by seven continents and encircled by the auspicious Lokāloka. To the north of Meru lies the mountain Nīla, and further north is Śveta; beyond that is Śṛṅgī. These three, O sages, are known as the Varṣaparvatas. To the east of Meru are Jaṭhara and Devakūṭa. To the south lies Niṣadha, followed by Hemakūṭa, and then Himavān. To the west of Meru are Dharādhara and Mālyavān, with Gandhamādana also present; these two stretch northward. These are the kingly mountains, frequented by Siddhas and Cāraṇas, with a distance of nine thousand yojanas between each. The region of Himavat is renowned as Bhārata, and beyond Hemakūṭa lies the land called Kiṃpuruṣa. Beyond Hemakūṭa is Niṣadha, known as Harivarṣa, and beyond Harivarṣa is the auspicious Ilāvṛta of Meru. Further north from Ilāvṛta is Nīla, famed as Ramyaka; beyond Ramyaka is Śveta, known as Hiraṇmaya. Beyond Hiraṇmaya is Śṛṅgī, where Kuru is remembered. In the shape of a bow, two regions are recognized, one to the south and one to the north. There are four long regions, with Ilāvṛta at the center; to the west and east of Meru are two other elongated regions. South of Niṣadha is called half the altar, and similarly to the north. On the southern half lie three regions, mirrored by three on the northern side. Between these, the middle of Meru is known as Ilāvṛta, situated south of Nīla and north of Niṣadha. To the north rises the great mountain Mālyavān, extending two thousand yojanas above. Its length is thirty-two thousand yojanas, and to its west stands Gandhamādana, equal in length and breadth to Mālyavān, matching the expanse of Jambūdvīpa. These six Varṣaparvatas stretch eastward, well-formed, their sides immersed in the eastern and western oceans. Himavān is mostly snowy, Hemakūṭa is golden, and Niṣadha too is golden, glowing like the young sun. Mount Meru itself is described as having four colors and a golden hue, rising high with a circular shape and upright sides. It is blue, made of beryl, white and shining, golden, and colored like a peacock’s tail. It has three peaks, made of yellow gold. Having summarized these features, the scripture now speaks again of the lordly mountains: Mandara and Devakūṭa stand in the eastern direction. Kailāsa, Gandhamāda, and Hemavān are also situated to the east, stretching into the ocean. Niṣadha and Pāriyātra are two excellent mountains to the south and west, mirroring the eastern mountains. Triśṛṅga and Jāruci are two great northern mountains, stretching eastward and situated within the ocean. The wise call these eight the boundary mountains, and Meru, O best of twice-born, is the lofty golden mountain. It has four great peaks at the four directions, by which the earth with its seven continents is supported and kept steady. Each of these peaks is ten thousand yojanas in length: Mandara in the east, Gandhamādana in the south, Vipula in the west, and Supārśva in the north. Upon these, four great trees have grown, standing as banners for the continents. Thus, the grandeur of the divine realms, the continents, mountains, rivers, and the sacred geography surrounding Mount Meru is revealed, a wondrous tapestry woven by the gods and sustained by the blessings of the celestial beings.