When you hear the name Ratnagiri, one image almost instantly comes to mind—the rich golden Hapus, better known as the Alphonso mango. Revered as the “King of Mangoes,” its journey from a simple fruit to an international delicacy is as fascinating as its flavour. The history of Ratnagiri mangoes is not just about agriculture; it is a story shaped by geography, culture, colonisation, and generations of dedicated farmers