To the north of that sacred place lies a lake of extraordinary beauty, its surface adorned with pristine white lotuses and deep blue lilies, inviting the hearts of all who behold it. Not far from there stands the revered Maṃtreśvara, whose greatness is beyond description—no one has ever seen, nor will ever see, a liṅga to equal Maṃtreśvara. This divine emblem is to be worshipped with fragrant flowers, sweet incense, various ointments, and fresh blossoms, anointing it with utmost devotion. When such worship is performed, liberation itself comes within reach—there is no doubt of this. The wise who honor Maṃtreśvara in this way are freed from all sins, and it is said that people should undertake this worship with great effort to fulfill all their aims in life. Even when calamities such as explosions or other dangers arise and threaten the people, the power of this worship stands as their refuge. Moving northward again, one finds the renowned goddess Vanditī. Those who are bound by the wrath of a king, shackled and imprisoned, should especially seek her grace. A pilgrimage to Vanditī must be undertaken with care and diligence. She is to be honored with scents, flowers, incense, and shining lamps. For the happiness of prisoners, it is meritorious to provide meals for brāhmaṇas in her name. Still further north, there is the Cuḍakī, famed throughout the earth. In times of great uncertainty or when danger looms, it is customary for people to make a sound with their thumbs before her, seeking her protection. The offering of lamps at her shrine is especially praised, for it is believed to grant all desires to those who make the gift. Turning to the eastern direction, there is an excellent holy place. Here, the twice-born—those initiated into sacred knowledge—perform bathing, charity, and worship. Especially on the auspicious fourteenth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhādra, the annual pilgrimage is observed at this site, which is renowned as Mahāratna. Even women are encouraged to keep the night vigil festival here, while men should bathe with devotion and effort, honoring the sanctity of the place. In the southwest direction lies the auspicious lake called Durbhara. Bathing in its waters is said to grant a man entry into the realm of heaven. After bathing in the two sacred pools nearby, one should perform worship of Lord Śiva, using fragrant substances and auspicious flowers. When devotees meditate on Śiva together in this manner, they become purified and sinless. By such acts, all sins are washed away. Whoever observes these rites with faith on the fourteenth day of the dark fortnight in Bhādra, and does so with true devotion, is destined to dwell in the world of Śiva. Both Viṣṇu and Rudra, the eternal lords, are exceedingly pleased with such a devotee. What more need be said, O sage? This holy place is truly without equal. Yet there is more to tell. In the northeast, beyond the region of Durbhara, stands the great place known as Mahāvidyā. Whoever bathes in the lake before this site attains profound knowledge. This place is also celebrated as Siddhapīṭha, the seat of accomplishment, granting firm conviction to all who come with faith. O Brahmin, anyone—whether devoted to Śiva, Shakti, or another form—who recites their mantra here with unwavering focus and devotion should always do so with diligence. Here, one must not be negligent in performing japa and related spiritual practices. Offerings of various foods and abundant fruits are to be made, and even acts such as expulsion, enchantment, and delusion may be undertaken at this place of accomplishment. For it is at Siddhapīṭha that supreme liberation and the highest mastery are attained.