Therefore, those who seek the fulfillment of all their wishes should strive with utmost effort in this undertaking. At this point, the Earth herself spoke, saying, “Please tell me, step by step, the proper method and the complete fruits that come from circumambulation.” In response, Śrī Varāha replied, “This has already been declared before, just as you now ask me. Listen again. Having heard the supreme account of the sacred places, as described throughout all the Purāṇas, know this: the merit gained among all the gods, and the rewards obtained at all the sacred waters, are surpassed here. O Brahmins, the fruit attained here is a hundred times greater than elsewhere.” After these words, the sages paid their respects to the self-born one and departed. Together with Dhruva, they set out, traveling as they wished on that auspicious day. Know that by performing the circumambulation of Mathura, one is freed from all sins. Thus concludes the chapter on the circumambulation of Mathura, in the section extolling the greatness of this holy city, as told in the glorious Varaha Purana. Now, let us hear of the manifestation of this sacred circumambulation. On the eighth day of the dark half of the month of Karttika, a man should arrive in Mathura. He should visit the place of rest and behold the long form of Vishnu, known as Keshava. Observing a fast, subsisting on little and pure food, or otherwise, he should keep vigil, maintaining celibacy that night, having firmly resolved in his mind. He should gather sesame, rice, and sacred grass, prepared for offering to ancestors and gods. In the manner performed by Dhruva and other sages, with these offerings, he should undertake the circumambulation, his heart filled with devotion and faith. Having kept vigil through the night, on the ninth day, disciplined and pure, he should begin the journey before the sun rises. After washing his feet and rinsing his mouth, he should propitiate Hanuman, making his request to the bestower of success, who grants accomplishment to all journeys. Just as success was assured in Rama’s journey, so too should he duly inform Dhanumant, the lord of the hosts. In the same way, he should offer worship to Padmanabha, the long-bodied Vishnu who removes fear. He should also honor the goddess Vasumati, the unconquered one, the deity dwelling in Kamsa’s abode, and then Ugrasena’s Carcika. The mothers of the gods, givers of victory and worshipped by the deities, should also be revered. With these devotions, he should proceed in silence, maintaining his vow, until reaching the southern corner. There, having bowed, he should go to Ikshuvasa, the goddess well-worshipped by Krishna. All these sacred places were established by great sages, and all have become renowned for removing sins: Arkasthala, Virasthala, and then Kushasthala; Punyasthala and Mahasthala, the great destroyer of great sins. By merely seeing these holy places, one rejoices together with Brahma. Then, he should proceed to Hayamukti and Sindura, along with his companions. There, mounted on a horse, the rite is performed. A prince stands there, but know that undertaking the journey by vehicle does not grant liberation. At this sacred place, by seeing and touching him, one is freed from sins. Thereafter, one beholds Mallika, auspicious and granting Krishna’s victory. Nearby is Carcika, the yogini, surrounded by yoginis. Both the untouchable and touchable mothers are worshipped by the world. Finally, he should go to the rain-filled pit, the supreme pond that removes all sins. Thus is the sacred journey of circumambulation in Mathura, as revealed by the Lord and celebrated in the holy scriptures.