nfo. Courtesy WikipediaIn India, dhobi refers to a traditional washer man, who will collect your dirty linen, wash it, and return it neatly ironed at your doorstep, all for a meagre amount. Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, commonly known as Dhobi Ghat, is a well known hub for open air laundry where Mumbai’s dhobis wash thousands of clothes a day. Located alongside Mahalaxmi Railway Station, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat is the world’s largest outdoor laundry and a popular attraction among tourists.