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Adipurana
The gods, desiring to create a reflection of heaven on earth, built this city, which was exceptionally beautiful. ||71|| "Our heaven is too small, as it is only fit for thirty gods," they thought, and thus they created this city, fit for hundreds of thousands of humans. ||72|| The gods brought together humans scattered far and wide and settled them in the city, creating various facilities for their comfort. ||73|| In the heart of the city, they built a royal palace, rivaling Indra's city in splendor and adorned with countless precious treasures. ||74|| With the gods as the artisans, Indra as the architect, and the entire earth as their material, how could this city not be praiseworthy? ||75|| The gods adorned the city with ramparts, walls, and moats. The city was called Ayodhya, not just in name but also in its qualities. No enemy could conquer it, making its name truly meaningful. ||76|| The city was also called Saketa, as it was renowned for its beautiful houses. The flags flying atop these houses seemed to beckon the houses of heaven with their waving arms. ||77|| The city was located in the Kosala region, hence it was also known as "Sukosala." It was filled with virtuous, educated, and well-mannered people, hence it was also called "Vineeta." ||78||