Hidden within the eastern and other directions, the divine goddesses remain ever-present, their forms concealed from ordinary sight. Alongside them, both celestial and earthly rivers—each with auspicious and purifying waters—also abide in these sacred realms. In the southern quarter lies the famed holy place of Agastya, renowned among sages. It was here that the venerable Agastya himself arrived, bathed in its sanctity, and was surrounded by assemblies of wise seers. To the north, one finds the divine and auspiciously-rising Vashishtha Tirtha, where the revered sage Vashishtha gathered at the foot of Mount Meru. In the northeast direction shines the great holy place called Ganga. There, during the holy month of Kartika, all the sacred rivers—beginning with Ganga herself—converge together. Near the lordly Aruna mountain is the sacred site known as Brahmya. In the month of Margashirsha, the Grandfather Brahma descends from Brahmaloka to assemble at this very place. Then, in the month of Pausha, Brahma and his divine companions gather, bathing together in these sanctified waters. Nearby, a great holy place called Shaiva stands. Here, in the month of Magha, Lord Shambhu, together with his own attendants, bestows his grace upon those who worship him. In the direction of fire—the southeast—lies the sacred site named Agneya, which brings good fortune to all who approach. Even Ananga, the god of love, comes here in the month of Phalguna, bathing and assembling with others in this sacred spot. In the southeast, too, shines the wondrous Vaishnava sacred site. During the month of Chaitra, Vishnu, the lord of Lakshmi, gathers here, manifesting his presence amidst the devotees. In the direction of Kubera stands the great sacred place called Saura. In the month of Vaishakha, after ritual bathing, worshippers honor Atresha throughout the day. To the north of the realms of Ishvara and Brahma is the pure Ashvina sacred site. Here, the twin Ashvins come together, bathe, and offer worship to Shankara. Another holy place, Pandava, grants both the fulfillment of desires and ultimate liberation. At this site, Dhātrī gathers, accompanied by all the medicinal fruits, bringing healing and blessings. In the month of Ashadha, the mighty Vishvedevas depart from this world. North of Soma and Surya lies the great sacred site known as Vaishvadeva, which is visible all around, especially in the beautiful eastern direction. In the north, there once flowed the holy Skanda river, while in the west, the renowned and auspicious Kumbha river is found. The sacred Ganga remains at the root, and the Yamuna is established in the sky above. In this way, many other holy places sprang into being all around. Through intense austerities, the Lord of Shonadri was pleased. The renowned sacred sites manifested, yet they remain difficult to comprehend for those of little understanding. How, then, could humans on earth hope to gather the presence of all these sacred places in one location? You, whose inner radiance is hidden, went there accompanied by all the gods. And I, too, after worshipping Shambhu with great austerity at Aruna mountain, obtained a divine palace crafted by Vishvakarma himself, filled with celebrations and joy. The eminent sages acquired various treatises on dharma, and I, having worshipped Shambhu, received those that arise from offerings into the sacred fire. In ancient times, kings who had conquered their enemies and secured their kingdoms experienced this wondrous and prosperous manifestation: the Shiva-linga in the form of a mountain, a sight that destroys all sin.