Mahalaxmi Temple, nestled on Bhulabhai Desai Road in the Mahalaxmi area, stands as one of Mumbai's revered landmarks. Erected in 1831 by Hindu merchant Dhakji Dadaji, this sacred space pays homage to Mahalakshmi, the central deity of Devi Mahatmyam. The temple's spiritual aura is accentuated by intricate images of the Tridevi goddesses – Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasaraswati.
During the 1784-85 period, Mahalaxmi resided with her sisters, Mahakali and Mahasaraswati. The creation of the Mumbai and Worli bunds by British Governor John Hornby marked a significant chapter. The legendary tale of Ramji Shivaji's dream, leading to the discovery of the goddess statues in the sea, adds a mystical touch to Mahalaxmi Temple's origins.
In this dream, Mahalaxmi revealed that she and her sisters were situated at the bottom of the sea. She instructed Ramji to retrieve them, promising that upon their recovery, the construction of the dam would be completed. Taking this divine vision seriously, Ramji Shivaji approached British Governor John Hornby with the details of his dream. Hornby, driven by the determination to complete the dam despite challenges, allowed Ramji to search for the goddess statues in the sea. In a remarkable turn of events, with the help of local fishermen and smaller boats, Ramji Shivaji successfully located three grand idols of Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati, and Mahakali in the sea. This extraordinary discovery not only fulfilled Ramji's vision but also paved the way for the completion of the dam and the subsequent construction of the Mahalaxmi Temple.
As the Mahalaxmi Temple was bustling with visitors, and we were scheduled to visit our next destinations, Shree Siddhivinayak Temple and the Nehru Science Center – both of which typically require a couple of hours to explore – time became a crucial factor. It was 1:30 PM when we were at Mahalaxmi Temple, and considering that the Nehru Science Center closes by 5:30 PM, we found ourselves in a rush. Consequently, we decided to forgo the darshan at Mahalaxmi Temple and opted to reserve it for our next visit to Mumbai, along with a visit to the Haji Ali Dargah.
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