Experience the chaos and efficiency of a traditional Indian laundry at Mumbai Dhobi Ghat. Watch the organized chaos as clothes are sorted, washed, and dried, all while the buzz of activity and the smell of cleaning chemicals fill the air.
Immerse yourself in Mumbai’s culture and history with a guided tour of the Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, the city’s largest open-air laundry facility.
Discover the traditional way of washing clothes in Mumbai with a guided tour of the Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat. This iconic open-air laundry facility has been in operation for over a century and provides a glimpse into the city’s history and culture. Additionally, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat Mumbai is the world’s largest open-air laundry. People bring dirty clothes from all over Mumbai. And hundreds of washermen and women – dhobis, work their shifts through the day to get the clothes back to their fresh, crisp, and spotless state.
However, During the tour, you’ll learn about the history and significance of the Dhobi Ghat. While some dhobi families take help from machines too, much of the activities at this Dhobi Ghat of Mumbai are taken care of by hand. Every family member takes care of their part. One person flogs the clothes in the washing trough, while others hang them out to dry. Then someone will mint the clothes using bulky charcoal irons.
Points of Interest
- Mumbai
- English-speaking guide included
- All fees and taxes included
- Food and drinks
Observing the orderly pandemonium at a laundry - Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai sits among the city’s most popular tourist attractions. It hums with activity, emanating the scent of laundry soda and various other detergents throughout the day. Notably, you can witness the efficient manual washing system in operation here. While one dhobi categorizes clothes per their color and fabric, another ensures to scrub out the stains; subsequently, another family member suspends them on lines for drying.
Furthermore, Mumbai’s Dhobi Ghat includes specific areas for heating water and sanitizing infectious clothes from medical facilities. Concurrently, as the laundered items are prepared for delivery by ironing, additional carriers arrive with new loads of soiled garments.
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