Sopore (Baramulla District): The Trading Hub of Apples
Sopore, located in the Baramulla district of North Kashmir, is famously known as the “Apple Town of Asia.” The biggest reason behind this title is that Sopore is home to Asia’s second-largest fruit market (mandi).
This massive fruit market acts as the central trading hub for apples in Kashmir. Every year, millions of boxes of apples from nearby regions like Handwara, Kupwara, Rafiabad, and even parts of Central Kashmir arrive here. From Sopore, apples are transported to major markets across Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, and other Indian cities.
Sopore may not grow the maximum apples, but without Sopore, the apple supply chain of Kashmir would almost come to a halt.
Shopian (Southern Kashmir): The Apple Production Capital
If Sopore is the trading heart, then Shopian is the production powerhouse.
Shopian district in South Kashmir is also called the “Apple Town of Kashmir”, because it is one of the largest apple-producing regions in India. The climate, soil, altitude, and water availability make Shopian ideal for modern apple orchards.
A large percentage of Shopian’s population is directly or indirectly employed in apple farming – from orchard workers and farmers to cold storage and packaging units.
In simple words:
Shopian grows the apples
Sopore sells the apples
Together, they form the backbone of Kashmir’s apple economy.
From Kashmir’s Apple Towns to Dilbaro’s Apple Pickle
The apples grown in regions like Shopian and traded through markets like Sopore are not just eaten fresh – they are also used in many traditional Kashmiri recipes.
One such unique and traditional product is Kashmiri Apple Pickle.
At Dilbaro, we bring this heritage to your table with our special product:
👉 Dilbaro Kashmiri Apple Pickle
(Made from real Kashmiri apples, traditional spices & no artificial preservatives)
🔗 Product Link:
https://www.dilbaro.co.in/shop/df-8-kashmiri-apple-pickle-250-gm-apple-pickle-seb-ka-achar-4
What Makes Kashmiri Apple Pickle Special?
Unlike normal mango or lemon pickles, Kashmiri Apple Pickle has a:
Sweet & tangy flavour
Mild Kashmiri spices
Soft apple texture
Unique taste you won’t find anywhere else
It is inspired by the same apples that come from the legendary apple belts of Sopore and Shopian.
Supporting Kashmir’s Apple Heritage
When you buy products like Dilbaro Kashmiri Apple Pickle, you are not just buying a pickle – you are supporting:
Kashmiri farmers
Local fruit economy
Traditional food culture
Natural, preservative-free products
This is how Kashmir’s apple story travels:
Shopian orchards → Sopore fruit market → Dilbaro kitchen → Your dining table.
Conclusion
Sopore and Shopian are not just towns; they are the lifeline of India’s apple industry.
Shopian represents growth and farming.
Sopore represents trade and distribution.
Dilbaro represents tradition and taste.
Together, they complete the journey of Kashmir’s apples – from orchards to markets to authentic Kashmiri products like Apple Pickle. 🍎