Each country, each city has its own special flavor, formed from the way of life, climate features, natural infrastructure, age-old traditions, the main occupations of the population. This color is reflected in the objects of applied art, folk crafts, the works of which are usually called souvenirs. Thailand, distinguished by its extraordinary exoticism, painstaking diligence of the population, who knows how to literally make some intricate thing out of everything, offers a huge number of all kinds of souvenirs.
Decorations
Jewelry, another type of traditional Thai souvenir, is made from natural materials: wood, stones, shells, bones, coconut, pearls, leather, fruit pits and grains. The colorful kaleidoscope of exotic adornments dazzles the eyes.
All of them are subdivided into groups: classic jewelry, with an ethnic accent and a religious meaning.
Natural stone jewelry
Jewelry made of natural stone, made in different versions, is extraordinarily beautiful, they can satisfy the most demanding taste and are inexpensive. Beads from agate, carnelian, "cat's eye", moonstone, turquoise. Here you can choose a stone, according to the sign of the zodiac, corresponding to the type of character and even the date of birth. Sellers will show a kind of astrological instruction, to whom which stone is suitable; which of them are healing, have magical powers.
Ethnic and religious jewelry
Ethnic jewelry includes bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, charms and amulets made of wood, coconut, bone, metal, shells. An example of such a decoration is a necklace made of cobra vertebrae, which, according to Thais, has a powerful protective force that has a positive effect on health and protects against evil forces.
The beautiful pendant made of Turitella shells and the "eye of Shiva" is very much appreciated, serving as a talisman against the effects of evil influence, damage. The shell symbolizes the Third Eye - a sign of wisdom, knowledge and is a protective amulet among the Thais.
The same amulet is considered to be a necklace with a shark's tooth pendant, which gives its owner courage, strength, dexterity and subtle flair. There is a huge selection of various products from shells and pearls: beads, necklaces, hand and foot bracelets of outlandish types and colors.
Spice
Thai spices and seasonings can also be classified as souvenirs, since they differ in their specific composition and uniqueness, which give the dishes a unique taste and aroma. The most popular seasoning for many dishes is yellow and white turmeric. Yellow gives a pleasant, exquisitely bitter taste, a beautiful golden color.
White turmeric resembles the taste of ginger; it is added fresh to salads and sauces. Turmeric is considered a reliable remedy for the prevention of cancer and is included in the curry spice widely used in oriental cuisine. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to purchase natural Thai turmeric in the form of powder or dried rhizomes.
Teas
Thai teas are sold in a large assortment, despite the fact that Thais have only recently taken up the tea culture. Here, in the highlands, black, green, aromatic, herbal teas are grown. The favorite drink of Thais is oolong tea, made from leaves and flower petals of Chinese camellia.
The quality of oolong depends on the place of growth and the technology of cultivation, but in general, it is very useful, has a number of advantages: it reduces weight, cholesterol levels, has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, heart, and strengthens bones. Serves as the prevention of cancer due to its high content of antioxidants. This tea will be a good gift for yourself, family and friends.
Hammock
Lovers of comfortable outdoor recreation will find it very useful. On a hot, sultry day, lying in the shade in a quality Thai hammock - what could be better? Its cost is about 100 baht.
Wooden souvenir
Products can be bought literally on every corner. It all depends on who you plan to spend what amount. You can buy an inexpensive wooden elephant souvenir. If the budget allows, then you can take a handmade natural wood chair. Only such a gift will take up a lot of space. It is inconvenient for transportation. This must be taken into account.
Ceramic souvenirs
It is not difficult to buy a ceramic teapot in Thailand. Drinking tea from such a teapot is a real pleasure. The products are very beautiful. The color of the teapot depends on which part of the country it was made in. In Northern Thailand, they produce turquoise, in the North-East - red, rather even brick, in Chiang Mai - emerald. Teapots made of white ceramic with a blue pattern can be bought all over the country.
Lacquer box
These boxes look somewhat old-fashioned, but they are quite functional. Jewelry, buttons, threads can be stored in the box. They will not get lost in a huge closet among other things.
Masks
In Thailand, they can often be found on the shelves. However, choosing a mask must be careful. Better to buy with the image of a kind grimace. There is an opinion that masks are capable of carrying a certain energy. So that there are no quarrels, strife and negative emotions in the house, you should not give preference to masks with an image of an evil face.
Thai sweets
They are not like the ones everyone is used to. Sweets made in Thailand can taste hot, sour and salty. Perhaps not everyone will like this delicacy, but it's worth a try.
Alcoholic drinks
A bottle of Thai rum or fruit wine does not take up much space and is inexpensive. But at home you can uncork it for dinner in the evening and remember the beautiful Thailand.
Fruits
Thailand has a huge variety of exotic fruits, the names of which are not familiar to many. To surprise friends and family, you can bring along, for example, lychee, guava and rambutan.
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