In the sacred southwest direction lies the auspicious lake known as Durbhara. It is said that whoever bathes in its waters is assured of reaching the realm of heaven. After bathing in the two holy pools there, one should worship Lord Śiva with devotion, offering fragrant substances and auspicious flowers. Meditating together upon the great Lord Śiva, a person becomes purified and free from all sins. By such worship, O sage, one is cleansed of every impurity. Especially on the fourteenth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhādra, those who perform these rites with faith and devotion are blessed to dwell in the world of Śiva himself. Both Viṣṇu and Rudra, the eternal deities, become exceedingly pleased with such a devotee. Therefore, what more need be said? This holy place is truly unsurpassed in its sanctity. Now, let me describe to you another holy site, one that bestows great auspiciousness. To the northeast from Durbhara lies the renowned Mahāvidyā, a place of immense spiritual power. Bathing in the lake before this sacred ground grants one profound knowledge. This site is also known as Siddhapīṭha, the seat of accomplishment, where firm conviction is bestowed. O Brahmin, anyone who recites a mantra here—be it Shaiva, Shakta, or of another tradition—with unwavering faith and a concentrated mind, should always repeat it with devotion. This is the place to diligently perform japa and all related practices, never with negligence. One should offer a variety of foods and abundant fruits in worship. Even acts such as expulsion, enchantment, and especially delusion may be performed here, for this is a place of accomplishment where supreme liberation and the highest mastery can be attained. O virtuous one, during the bright fortnight of Ashvina, in the nine sacred nights—after Ravana, the terror of the worlds, had been vanquished—Bharata, longing for Rama, journeyed on foot to this very region. There, a celestial cow appeared, her udders streaming with milk. When the monkeys and demons saw the milk that had fallen upon the earth, they wondered aloud, “What is this?” The best of the Raghus, Lord Rama, explained to them, and all those present, led by the sage Vasistha, gathered there. Vasistha, after a moment’s meditation, calmly addressed Rama: “Hear me, O Rama of mighty arms. This is the auspicious, wish-fulfilling cow. From the midst of this milk, Rudra himself has arisen, having come to see you. Quickly worship here, by the side of the pond. In this milk-pond, the pure Lord is known as Dugdheshvara.” Rama then worshipped the linga, revered as Dugdheshvara, at the very site where Sita herself had offered her reverence. This pond, the meeting place of milk, became sanctified by their devotion. Those who bathe in Sita’s pond and behold Lord Dugdheshvara find that their acts of bathing, recitation, oblation, and giving become inexhaustible. By duly worshipping Dugdheshvara, all desires are fulfilled. Whoever performs these rites according to proper rule, with compassion and righteousness, attains great merit. In the eastern direction from there stands the grand shrine established by Sugriva. There, after bathing and giving, one should worship Rama with care. Opposite to this, in the other direction, lies the sacred place known as Hanumat-kunda. Thus, these holy sites, sanctified by the presence and acts of the great ones, continue to bestow blessings, knowledge, and liberation upon all who approach them with faith and devotion.