Sūta said: The holy river Mandākinī with plenty of water and abounding in lotuses flows over the splendid peak Kubera Śikhara; the steps leading to its waters are built of gold and set with gems. There are golden lotuses with fragrance, very soft to the touch. There are great lilies with sweet smells and leaves resembling blue lapis lazuli. The river is beautifully adorned with big lotuses and lilies. It is frequented by the womenfolk of the Yakṣas and Gandharvas. The waters of the holy and splendid river Mandākinī[3] are used by Devas, Dānavas, Gandharvas, Yakṣas, Rākṣasas and Kinnaras for bathing and drinking purposes.