Vizag's Magical First Sunrise 2026: Crowds at Tenneti Park & Beaches for New Year Darshan!

Vizag’s Magical First Sunrise 2026: Crowds at Tenneti Park & Beaches for New Year Darshan!

Visual stories of the first sunrise of 2026 from Tenneti Park and nearby beaches captured huge crowds gathering early morning on 1 January for the auspicious darshan of the new year’s first sun, with photos and videos exploding online under #Vizag and #NewYear2026 tags.

As dawn broke around 6:15 AM IST over the Bay of Bengal, hundreds of devotees, families, fitness enthusiasts, and tourists flocked to Tenneti Park Beach—Vizag's scenic viewpoint atop the cliffs—for the traditional Surya Darshan ritual, offering prayers for prosperity, health, and success in the coming year. The golden rays piercing the horizon drew cheers, claps, and group selfies, with women in colorful sarees, kids waving sparklers, and elders chanting mantras, turning the spot into a live spiritual spectacle shared via Instagram Reels and Facebook stories

Nearby RK Beach and Rushikonda also buzzed post-midnight parties, as early risers transitioned from New Year's Eve revelry to this serene welcome, blending coastal vibes with cultural fervor amid mild winter chill and clear skies. Local media and social handles amplified the mood with clips of the sun's ascent, positioning Vizag as a sunrise pilgrimage hub alongside its party rep, while eco-groups praised the zero-plastic gatherings.