Make 2026 happy and prosperous, know in which temples the beginning of the year will be auspicious for you.

The new year brings new hopes, new energy and new beginnings. Everyone wants the coming year to be full of peace, happiness and prosperity. There is an old belief in our country that if the year starts by visiting a temple, then the whole year remains auspicious. That is why people make sure to visit the temple on 1 January. Going to the temple and worshiping on this day gives peace to the mind and gives a positive direction to life. If you also want 2026 to be full of happiness and good fortune, then you can plan to visit these famous temples on the first day of the new year.

Ayodhya Ram Temple, Ayodhya
It is considered very auspicious to start the year 2026 by visiting Ram temple in Ayodhya. This is the holy land where Lord Rama was born. After the consecration of the idol of Ram Lala, the number of devotees here has increased significantly. Having darshan of Ram Lala on January 1 will fill your heart with devotion and positivity. It is believed that seeing Lord Rama opens the way to religion, peace and success in life. If you want to move forward in the right direction in the new year, then you must go to Ayodhya and have darshan of Ram Lala.

Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai
It is considered best to start any new work with the blessings of Lord Ganesha. Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and is one of the most famous temples in the country. A large number of devotees come here for darshan on 1 January. Lord Ganesha is known as the remover of obstacles, hence visiting him on the first day of the new year removes the difficulties of life. If you want less obstacles to come your way in 2026, then definitely visit Siddhivinayak Temple.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi
You can also start your new year by visiting Kashi Vishwanath Temple. This temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and is situated on the banks of river Ganga. Taking a dip in the Ganga on January 1 and then visiting Kashi Vishwanath has special significance. It is said that getting the blessings of Lord Shiva removes sins from life and gives new energy. If you want mental peace and spiritual strength throughout the year, then you must visit Varanasi.

Ujjain Mahakal Temple
Mahakal Temple of Ujjain is also very special for the beginning of the new year. This is the only south facing Jyotirlinga and is dedicated to Lord Mahakal. The Bhasma Aarti held here is famous all over the world. It is believed that having darshan of Mahakaal eliminates the fear of time and death. If you visit Ujjain Mahakal Temple with a wish for happiness and prosperity in 2026, it will increase stability and confidence in your life.

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple is a famous pilgrimage site located in Shirdi, Maharashtra. Sai Baba’s Samadhi is located here, and every year lakhs of devotees come to visit. This place is considered a symbol of love, trust and equality. Starting the new year by having darshan of Sai Baba brings peace and balance in life. If you want to make 2026 simple, peaceful and positive, then you must visit Shirdi and seek blessings of Sai Baba.