There has been such a sweetness in the soil of Saharanpur in UP that the fragrance of the mangoes rising from the gardens here has become far and wide. The special thing is that people do not know Saharanpur only because of mango orchards, but the “lame mango” here has given this area a different identity on the world map. It is said that one who tasted the lame once, he forgets the taste of the rest of the mangoes. Even after cooking, this mango living in green wins the heart with its unique aroma and juicy taste.
During the summer season, when the gardens of Saharanpur get rid of mangoes, people from far and wide come to pick it up. Every year tons mangoes reach the country and the world from here. Not only this, it is called the king of mangoes, the magic of taste is behind it, which settles on every tongue!
Story started from Banaras
The story is around 250–300 years old. A priest lived in a Shiva temple in Varanasi, who was weak in walking. People used to call him with love as “lame priests”. The same priest planted a mango tree in his ashram.
Children’s mischief made lame mango
It is said that children used to stoned to break the mangoes on that tree. The priest would run with a stick. This funny anecdote became famous throughout the area. Everyone jokingly called the mango of that tree “lame mango”.
The king also tastes
The news of this matter reached the king. The king himself ordered and tasted that mango. The taste is so wonderful that the king named this mango “lame mango” in the name of the same lame priest. The king prepared new trees and spread it throughout the area.
Travel from Saharanpur to country and world
Today this lame has become the identity of common Saharanpur. From here every season, tons are sent to every corner and abroad of the common country. The special thing is that even after cooking, its color remains green and the aroma is such that it will bring water to the mouth!
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