Alphonso Mangoes , also known as Hapus , is one of the finest and most expensive mango varieties in India , admired for its rich flavor, creamy texture, and golden saffron-colored pulp . It is mainly grown in the Ratnagiri, Devgad, Sindhudurg, and Raigad districts of Maharashtra , and also in some parts of Gujarat and Karnataka . Key Characteristics Feature Description Other Names Hapus, Badami (in Karnataka) Color Bright golden yellow with a red tint on top Shape Oval