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7 Types of Mangoes You Must Try This Summer

Mango is one of the summer fruit as well as national fruit in India. Here are the most demanding mango species in India.

Updated on: 8 August, 2020 8:15 PM IST By: Aayush Chowdhury

India is a land of Mangoes. Approximately 500 varieties are found all over the Country. They are different in shape, Size, Color and Taste. Most of the species are ripening in Summer. In this article we will tell you about top 7 types of Mango that you must definitely try;

Top Mango varieties

Alphonso - Also known as the King of all Mangoes. It is named after a Portuguese General called “Afonso de Albuquerque”. The most expensive variety of all the Mangoes. Alphonso is a huge source of iron, Vitamin E and Ah along with different antioxidants. 

Badami- This is one of the delicious mangoes grown in India. It is called Alphonso of Karnataka. It is attractive as a fresh variety. The fruit has pale yellow, thin skin and it is easy to detect due to the softness of the flesh. The flesh is an attractive yellow /orange colour, almost no fiber.  

ChaunsaChaunsa mango has a Golden yellow color when it is tender; it has a pleasant aromatic sweet fragrance. The richness and unique taste in its flavor makes it Worldwide favorite. Above all it is considered the best mango in terms of its aroma, juicy pulp and high nutrition value. 

Himsagar- The mango originating in the modern state of West Bengal in India. This Himsagar is medium sized in shape and between 250 to 350 grams in weight. It is also known as Khirsapati.  It is mainly grown in Malda, Murshidabad, and Nadia of West Bengal and in neighbor Bangladesh Country. 

Neelam- Neelam Mangoes are known for their beautiful shape, taste and divine floral aroma. The Neelam is a first choice and is renowned for its availability throughout India. It is highly relished by mango fans across the world. However, it is primarily grown in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.  

Dasheri- The Dasheri Mango is a famous northern fruit that originated in the Luck now District of Uttar Pradesh in the Eighteenth century. Today, you will find this fruit growing in northern states of India and some southern states also like Andhra Pradesh and more. Malihabad, which is a famous place in Andhra Pradesh, is known for the largest producer of these Mangoes.   

Fazli- Originating from the famous district of Malda in West Bengal, Fazli is a popular fruit in and outside the country. Fazli is renowned for its color, size, and texture. The size of the mango is large and can be measured in kilos.   

So, this was all about the most famous mangoes in India. Do try them once!!! 

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