Egypt is a country with a rich culture and history, exciting and exotic. Of course, you can bring a lot of souvenirs from it. But how can one not get lost in such a variety of them, especially if the Arabs, with their intrinsic importunity, try to lure you into their shop? So what to bring from Egypt? We will give you some recommendations for choosing souvenirs that will remind you of a trip to this country.
Figurines and figures
In Egypt there are a great many of them. One of the most common souvenirs from Egypt is a scarab figurine. Scarab - a symbol of Egypt. Many believe that it will bring happiness. Such crafts can be made of gold or silver, various multi-colored stones (turquoise, onyx), wood and even just plaster. Do not hesitate to bring from Egypt, but buy a few figures of the scarab beetle to your friends for good luck and happiness.
Another traditional Egyptian souvenir is a pyramid. In general, the pyramid in its form symbolizes harmony and the accumulation of positive energy. Where, if not from Egypt, to bring small pyramids? They can be made of plastic, silver, alabaster, onyx.
What to bring from Egypt as a present to friends or as a souvenir of the trip? In the shops you will find many figures of various gods and pharaohs of Egypt. Many gods are portrayed as animals and have their own purpose. So, the goddess Bastet - the keeper of the hearth - appears in the form of a cat, the god Thoth - in the form of an ibis. You can choose one of the statuettes-busts of the pharaohs. Qualitative will be figures made of granite, alabaster, basalt. True, dexterous sellers may try to give you a regular cast. It is not difficult to recognize it: if you draw your fingernail along such a figure, then a white scratch will remain on it.
Spices and Hibiscus
What to bring from Egypt to the table? Hibiscus tea from Sudanese rose (hibiscus) flowers is considered a national drink. This is a sour drink in bright red color. In Egypt, they drink it both hot and cold. It is sold in many shops and just from the stalls on the street. Mistresses will certainly be delighted with the oriental spices brought as a gift. They are quite specific, but this will give the dish a certain piquancy. The selection of spices in Egypt is huge.
Papyrus paintings
Do you still decide whether to go to Egypt? Personally, we already pack. Forward - for new sensations, emotions and, of course, souvenirs. Hearing the question: "What to bring from Egypt?" many immediately remember the papyrus. Pictures on stories from history or religion, made on papyrus, are traditionally in demand by tourists. The main thing is to learn to recognize the real papyrus and its fellow from palm leaves. When bent on a real papyrus, there is no trace left, unlike a fake. Papyrus stamping is often sold. The real picture of the artist is different in that it will be signed by the author.
Paradise for women
What to bring from Egypt as a gift to women, in addition to the already mentioned spices? Of course, jewelry, as well as perfumes and oils. World-famous French perfumes are created on the basis of aromatic oils . Oils are more saturated (compared to perfumes), and their smell lasts longer. In this regard, $ 95 for tourists is a real find. Shops with oils and perfumes are here at every step, and it is impossible to pass by them.
I would like to give some tips on buying souvenirs in Egypt:
- carefully check whether you are buying a fake. Unfortunately, their percentage is very high;
- be sure to bargain. Arabs-sellers specifically overpriced. You can, with skillful bargaining, reduce their interest by 50 - 70;
- when buying souvenirs from coral or papyrus, be sure to take a check, otherwise you may simply not be released at the airport with such souvenirs. Pure corals are prohibited.