Disappointed and unhappy about not being able to find Sita, Hanuman decided to scour Lanka once again. The fabulous palace of Ravana with its unrivalled splendor was surrounded by the most dreaded of rakshasas, who like lions guarding a forest evoked terror in the hearts of their beholders. Hanuman stared like one hypnotised not only at the palace, but at the many mansions whose golden glow in collusion with the riches of gold, silver and gems was stunning and where resided the rich, the powerful and the elite of Lanka. In those royal homes and gardens including those of Kumbhakarna, Vibhishana, Indrajit and other rakshasa stalwarts did Hanuman seek Sita. Fenced in by lofty golden ramparts, guarded by fierce demon bands, Lanka teemed with beautiful women whose silks rustled and whose jewels jingled. Bustling with men fulfilling their duties, the opulence of the inner city was resonant with the chants at the ongoing fire sacrifices, the booming of drums and the blowing of conches. Divine fragrances of incense, sandal, unguents and the burning of scented lamps pervaded the air and amidst all that glory rose the palace of Ravana like a jewel among jewels!