Mahalaxmi | |
|---|---|
 Mahalaxmi Neighbourhood | |
| Country | India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| City | Mumbai |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Corporation |
| • Body | Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation |
| Demonym | Mumbaikar |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Marathi, Hindi & English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 400011[1] |
| Area code | 022 |
Mahalaxmi is an upscale, affluent neighborhood in the city ofMumbai, the capital of the Indian state ofMaharashtra. It is particularly well-known for housing the majestic Mahalaxmi Temple, dedicated to the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. It is known for theRoyal Western India Turf Club’sMahalaxmi Racecourse, with horse races every year having visitors from around the world. It Magnificent views can be had of Malabar Hill and the Arabian Sea, two well-known locations.
Mahalaxmi is strategically located in South Mumbai, bordered by Worli to the south, Lower Parel to the north, and the Arabian Sea to the west. The area is well-connected by road and rail, making it a key transit point in the city.
Mahalaxmi Temple is one of the most famous temples inMumbai. Built around 1785, the history of this temple is supposedly connected with the building of theHornby Vellard. Supposedly, after portions of the sea-wall of the Vellard collapsed twice, the chief engineer, aPathare Prabhu, dreamed of aLakshmi statue in the sea nearWorli. An underwater search recovered it and he subsequently constructed a temple for it. After this, the work on the Vellard was completed without any problems.
Mahalaxmi is also home to theMahalaxmi Racecourse.
One of Mumbai’s most revered religious sites, theMahalaxmi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Mahalaxmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. It attracts thousands of devotees, especially during Navratri and Diwali.
Established in 1883, theMahalaxmi Racecourse is one of India’s premier horse racing tracks, operated by the Royal Western India Turf Club. The racecourse is a landmark in Mumbai’s elite sporting culture and also serves as a recreational space for residents.[2]
Located on an islet off the coast of Mahalaxmi, theHaji Ali Dargah is a revered Sufi shrine visited by people of all faiths. The structure, built in Indo-Islamic architectural style, is accessible via a causeway during low tide.
TheMahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat is Mumbai’s largest open-air laundry, where hundreds of washers (dhobis) manually clean clothes in large concrete washing pens. It has become a popular tourist attraction showcasing Mumbai’s traditional laundry system.
Although located near Mahalaxmi,Jijamata Udyan is one of Mumbai’s oldest zoos and botanical gardens. It houses various animal species and is a favorite among families and children.
Mahalaxmi has witnessed rapid urbanization and commercial development. It is home to numerous high-end residential towers, corporate offices, and retail centers. TheHigh Street Phoenix Mall, located nearby, is one of Mumbai’s largest shopping destinations.[3]
Mahalaxmi is well connected via multiple modes of transport:
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