اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا
O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this place and the goodness of its people and the goodness of whatever is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this place and the evil of its people and the evil of whatever is in it.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited when arriving in a new town or land, whether for travel, settlement, or any prolonged stay. It's particularly relevant when encountering new cultures, customs, and environments that are unfamiliar.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity upon reaching your destination. It's best to say it as you enter the new place, acknowledging Allah's power over all lands and His ability to grant goodness and protect from harm. Make sure to pronounce the Arabic clearly, reflecting on the meaning as you speak.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua upon entering a new place invokes Allah's protection and blessings. It expresses reliance on Him for all good and seeking refuge from potential evils, whether they are physical dangers, moral temptations, or societal ills. It's a way to start your journey in a new land with a conscious connection to your Creator, seeking His favor and safeguarding.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr bin Al-'As: When the Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to travel, he would say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka khayra [i.e. of the journey] wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharri [i.e. of the journey] wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha.' (The narrator mentioned similar wording for when he entered a town).