The 'Gir Kesar' mango, also called Kesar, is a mango cultivar grown in the foothills of Girnar in Gujarat, western India. The mango is known for its bright orange colored pulp and was given the geographical indication status in 2011.

Apr 24, 2024 · Here’s everything about Gir Kesar mango. What is Gir Kesar Mango? As the name suggests, Gir Kesar mango derives its name from the region where it is grown widely. The mango is known for its bright orange pulp, given the name. Hailing from Talala Gir, a town of Gir Somnath district, this variety of mango is grown in the talukas of Junagadh ...

Feb 4, 2023 · Gir Kesar is a GI tagged mango, which means it has a unique identity, origin, and quality that is distinct from other mango varieties. Kutch Kesar mangoes, on the other hand, are known for their bright yellow color, juicy pulp, and sweet taste.

Jul 21, 2021 · Gir Kesar, also commonly known as the Kesar mangoes that are cultivated in the foothills of the Girnar region (Gujarat), and from there on these farm-fresh mangoes are exported to all over Indian and other countries.

Aug 6, 2024 · The "Gir Kesar" mango, which is also just called "Kesar," is a rare and valuable variety that grows in the fertile slopes of Girnar in Gujarat, western India mango farmland. The bright orange flesh and delicious sweetness of the Kesar mango make it stand out.

AamKesari sources its Gir Kesar and Kutchh Kesar mangoes from orchards in the Gir Forest and Kutchh in Gujarat, India. These orchards are renowned for producing high-quality Kesar mangoes using traditional and sustainable farming practices.

Feb 25, 2025 · By the early 20th century, Kesar gained prominence in Gujarat’s arid regions, particularly around Talala Gir, where it thrived despite challenging conditions. Today, it’s India’s second-most-popular mango after Alphonso , celebrated for its export quality and use in processed goods like pulp and juice, with cultivation extending to parts ...

Nov 29, 2024 · Since the early 1900’s, Kesar Mango has become a household name among those who love Indian Mangos. Famous for its orange flesh and complex flavors, Kesar is a delicious mango cultivar that has started to gain popularity in areas outside of its native homeland.

May 28, 2021 · The mango cultivar grown only at the Gir foothills is officially the Gir Kesar mango. Talala Gir, which is also called Mango Market Yard, is the biggest market for Gir Kesar mangoes. The yard is located 45 km from Gir National Park.

The saffron-coloured Kesar or Gir Kesar mango is a well-known variety of mangoes that is grown mainly in the territories near the foothills of mount Girnar and the famous Gir forest - a wildlife sanctuary - in Junagadh district of the state of Gujarat, India.