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Red gold from purple flowers: saffron harvest in Kashmir – in pictures

The Guardian Environment Monday 02 November 2026, 23:37 UTC By Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto/Shutterstock 1 min read
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Kashmiri saffron is one of the world’s most expensive spices. It’s primarily cultivated in the Pampore region of Jammu and Kashmir in India. Often referred to as ‘red gold’ because of its high value, saffron is prized for its rich aroma, distinctive flavour and quality Continue reading...

Kashmiri saffron is one of the world’s most expensive spices. It’s primarily cultivated in the Pampore region of Jammu and Kashmir in India. Often referred to as ‘red gold’ because of its high value, saffron is prized for its rich aroma, distinctive flavour and quality

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