Shakti Peeth 10 of 51 · India · Maharashtra
Mahalakshmi (Kolhapur)
महालक्ष्मी
Location: Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Devi · Bhairava · Body part
Devi (Goddess)
Mahalakshmi (Ambabai)
Bhairava (Shiva)
Krodhish (Krodhishwar)
Body part fallen
Three eyes
Darshan timings
04:30–10:30, 11:30–22:30 IST
Best season
October–March
Daily visitors
15,000–20,000 (Navratri 2L+)
Modern access
Online VIP slot ₹100 via mahalakshmikolhapur.com.
Signature ritual
Kiranotsava — sun rays directly strike idol Jan 31, Feb 1, Nov 9, Nov 10
Significance
One of 3.5 Shakti Peeths of Maharashtra. Goddess of wealth + abundance.
Legend
Sati's eyes fell here. Twin temple has self-illuminated lingam at Ambabai's feet.
How to reach
Kolhapur airport (8 km). Pune (240 km) via Pune-Bangalore highway.
Navratri special
9-day Mahalakshmi Yatra — pradakshina around Kolhapur old city
Primary pujas performed here
- Padya Puja
- Shodashopachara
- Kiranotsava darshan
- Lalita Sahasranama
Plan online from anywhere
Cannot travel? Book a remote Devi puja with video proof. See also 12 Jyotirlinga and 12 Sacred Tirthas.