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What is summer without mangoes? Summers are indeed difficult to tolerate due to hot temperatures, but the variety of foods this season offers makes it everyone’s favourite. Mangoes are known as the ‘King of Fruits’ and are relished in every part of the world with great joy. Mangoes are an abundant source of essential nutrients and antioxidants that benefit the body by aiding digestion, clear and healthy skin, and also promote eye health. Such a great nutritional profile makes this fruit quite expensive as compared to others.

Most Expensive Mangoes From Around The World

1. Miyazaki Mango

Originally grown in Miyazaki city of Japan, this mango is considered one of the most expensive mangoes in the world. It is a type of ‘Irwin mango that is widely grown in Southeast Asia. It costs around Rs. 1500 per gram and is also known as the ‘Egg of the Sun’ or ‘Taiyo-no-Tamago’ in Japan.

2. Kohitur Mango

It is known as a rare variety of mango found only in Murshidabad of West Bengal. According to popular beliefs, this variety of mango was created in the 18th century during the Nawab of Bengal Siraj-Ud-Daula. A single Kohitur mango costs around Rs. 1500 as reported by Tfipost.

3. Alphonso Mango

The seasonal fruit harvested from mid-April to May, Alphonso mango contains exclusive fragrance, colour, taste and health benefits. They are the most relished variety of mango in India and are mainly grown in the Valsad and Navsari districts of south Gujarat. The cost of Alphonso mango varies on their quality and size. However, they range from Rs, 2200 to 5,000 per dozen.

4. Manila Mango

Also known as Carabao mango or Philippine mango, this mango is mainly cultivated in the Philippines. They are kidney-shaped and bright yellow with a tinge of green in colour. There are fourteen varieties of Manila mango. A single Manila mango can cost you around Rs 2000 and above following the quantity and type.

5. Sindhri Mango

Another widely consumed type of mango, Sindhri mango costs a whopping amount that will leave you surprised. It is mainly grown in the town of Sindhri and other Sindh provinces of Pakistan. They are extremely sweet and aromatic and cost up to Rs 3000 as per quality and size.