When one sets out upon this sacred journey, it is right to first make a heartfelt request to the divine bestower of success, the one who grants accomplishment to every endeavor. Just as success was firmly established in the great journey of Rama, so too should the pilgrim seek such blessing. In keeping with tradition, one must duly inform Dhanumant, the revered lord of the hosts, and, in the same spirit, invoke Padmanabha—Vishnu of the long form, the remover of fear. Upon beholding the goddess Vasumati, and likewise the unconquered one, the pilgrim remembers those who dwell in the abode of Kamsa, and then Ugrasena’s Carcika. One must also honor the mothers of the gods, those givers of victory so cherished by the deities themselves. With devotion and a vow of silence, the traveler proceeds, maintaining this sacred restraint until reaching the southern corner. At this point, bowing in humility, one approaches Ikshuvasa, the goddess so well-worshipped by Krishna. Each of these holy sites was established by the great sages of old, and all have become renowned for their power to remove every sin. Among them are Arkasthala, Virasthala, and Kushasthala—each a destination of merit. There is also Punyasthala and Mahasthala, both potent destroyers of even the gravest sins. By merely beholding these places, one rejoices as if in the company of Brahma himself. Continuing onward, the pilgrim visits Hayamukti and Sindura, accompanied by companions. Mounted upon a horse, the prescribed rite is performed at this very spot. Here stands a prince, and it is taught that a journey by vehicle does not grant liberation. At this sacred place, simply seeing and touching him is said to free one from all sins. Next, the sight of Mallika, auspicious and the granter of Krishna’s victory, graces the journey. There, too, is Carcika, the yogini, surrounded by her fellow yoginis. Both the untouchable and the touchable mothers are honored here, worshipped throughout the world. The path then leads to a rain-filled pit, a supreme pond renowned for its power to remove sins. From there, the pilgrim goes to Kṣetrapāla, to Shiva—the Lord of beings and the remover of evil. Nearby is Krishna’s Play Bridge, a sacred site known to destroy even the greatest of sins. It is said that Krishna himself, together with the cowherds, would pause here for a moment each day. Not far away lies the Bali-pond, an auspicious place created for water-sport. It was here that Krishna once played with roosters. A lofty pillar stands nearby, its beautiful summit fragrant with delightful scents. Circumambulating and worshipping this pillar with care is an act of deep reverence. It was established by Vasudeva and Devakī for the protection of the embryo, a testament to their devotion. After this, the pilgrim enters the abode of Nārāyaṇa, seeking liberation. Having paid respects and properly informed both the group and the Lord of rites, one seeks permission to visit Shiva, Lord of the Pit. Here, the goddess Mahāvidyeśvarī removes every evil and obstacle. The pilgrim beholds Prabhā and Mallī, and by their grace, attains all desired wishes. Ever present, this goddess grants success and destroys sin. At this place, a sacred sign has been established, confirming the certainty of mantras. Because she grants both success and enjoyment, she is known as Siddheśvarī. Nearby, a pool of clear water awaits—the destroyer of great sins. By merely seeing its waters, one is freed from every sin. Finally, the pilgrim approaches Vighnarāja, Gaṇeśa, the remover of obstacles. Here too flows the virtuous Gaṅgā, the sacred river renowned as the destroyer of all great sins. Thus, step by step, with reverence and devotion, the sacred journey unfolds, purifying and uplifting all who undertake it.