If you are traveling to Belarus, you will surely want to bring gifts to your near and dear ones. If you don’t know what gifts to buy, then you should read our article, because in it we want to talk about what to bring from Belarus. The country has long been famous for linen fabrics, wood and clay products, hats and felt boots from sheepskin, as well as many other goods.
Linen products
Flax is grown on Belarusian lands since ancient times. His fibers were woven fabrics that were used for sewing clothes. Wonderful household items, children's toys and other things were created from linen fabrics. Once upon a time, kissels were cooked from flax seeds and delicious bread was baked.
Amazing fabrics are made from flax. They can be light and delicate or rude. But at the same time, they invariably have a positive effect on health. Do not know what to bring from Belarus? Pay attention to the linen products - bags, bedding, clothes, tablecloths with embroidery, towels, napkins, wallets and more.
Slutsk belts
What to bring from Belarus? Great souvenirs can be national symbols. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the factory of the princes of the Radziwills in the city of Slutsk produced beautiful silk belts with silver and gold threads. Weaved them by hand using a very sophisticated technology. The complexity of the work can be judged by the fact that two high-class masters in a year could make no more than six belts. Needless to say, such expensive and beautiful accessories were available only to wealthy nobles and tycoons.
Now real belts are a rarity. Most of them are kept in museums and private collections. But in Belarus, unique production technologies are being restored.
But tourists have the opportunity to purchase souvenir belts, stylized as Slutsk. Moreover, in Slutsk, production was restored as close as possible to the old technology. High-class belts are made of silk and gold threads, more budget options are woven from wool, lurex, linen and cotton.
Golden straw
When wondering what to bring from Belarus, it is worth recalling souvenirs from straw. Belarusians have long been fond of the material for its warmth and beauty, because with proper processing it turns into a real work of art. Once for craftsmen, craftswomen made wreaths of straw, made figures and knitted sheaves. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the famous royal gates of straw were created on the territory of Belarusian Polesie. Wicker straw iconostases are common only in this country. In Belarus, very widely used natural material for the manufacture of a variety of objects.
As souvenirs you can buy wicker figures of animals, bast shoes, hats, dolls. In addition to the Belarusian folk straw toys, you can buy wooden items decorated with straw decorations: snuff boxes, caskets, watches, chess, toys, Easter eggs.
Ceramics
All over Belarus there have long been centers for the production of ceramics. Each master had his secrets and tricks in sculpting products, preparing glaze and painting. Local housewives know that in ceramic containers milk does not turn sour for a long time, and in clay dishes you can cook delicious national dishes. In Belarus, they also made clay musical instruments.
Currently, on each counter you will find clay souvenirs in the form of birds, animals, whistles, magnets, bells.
From the variety of clay products presented in stores, eyes just run up. So many beautiful handicrafts can only be seen in Belarus. Glass and porcelain can not be compared in design and originality with ceramics and clay products. Eco-friendly items are safe to use. For their decor, only natural dyes are used. In addition, bright clay products are handmade items that will decorate your home.
Belarusian knitwear
Many goods from Belarus are popular with tourists. Among them, Belarusian knitwear occupies a special place. The country produces wonderful environmentally friendly and safe things that have a modern design. The reasons for the popularity of knitwear are very simple: the products have excellent quality and affordable price. Good products are sewn in several well-known factories. Svitanok, March 8, and Kupalinka enterprises specialize in sewing linen for children and adults. The factories Kalinka, Brest Knitwear, Alesia produce good outerwear (sweaters, trousers, cardigans, jumpers, skirts suits, etc.). In many Belarusian stores you can buy great things at discounts.
Factories often sell their clothing collections. From Belarus, you can bring great new things for the wardrobe.
Wooden crafts
If you like wooden products, then from Belarus you can bring a lot of interesting things. Here, since ancient times, wood was used as the main material not only for construction, but also for the manufacture of all kinds of objects. Currently, traditions have not been lost, and local craftsmen continue to pass on their knowledge from generation to generation. The best souvenirs made of wood can be caskets, watches, panels, vases, figurines. Also on sale are the real symbols of Belarus - bison.
Hats and boots
Felting hats and felt boots is an old Belarusian craft, because such things were simply irreplaceable in the conditions of severe frosts.
The town of Dribin has been famous for the sluggish craft since the eighteenth century. And today, masters keep old methods for the production of warm substances.
Vine souvenirs
For many centuries in Belarus baskets, cribs for children, fences, walls for rooms were made from twigs. A lot of time passed, but the craft has not lost its significance to this day. For weaving products, different types of vines are used, which differ in color. Masters use different techniques, patterns or techniques.
As souvenirs you can buy: flowerpots, trays, bread bins, panels, baskets, bast shoes. In addition, Belarus sells handmade vine furniture.
Glass and Crystal
More than a hundred years ago, the first factories appeared in Belarus, which began to produce crystal and glass products. Belarusian glassblowers have long been famous for their craftsmanship far beyond the borders of the country. Their works are of excellent quality and delicate artistic taste. The most famous glass enterprises are the Borisov Crystal Plant and the Neman Glassworks. In Belarusian stores you can buy dishes made of crystal, all kinds of vases, caskets, animal figures, stained glass windows and much more.
Leather Products
Belarusian leather goods deserved universal love. In the country you can buy sturdy shoes and beautiful bags. Experts recommend paying attention to the products of the enterprises "Galantey" and "Mattioli". The most famous producer of shoes can safely be called Belvest. The Neman and Marco enterprises have proven themselves well.
Belarusian cosmetics
Of great interest is the Belarusian cosmetics. Firms that produce creams, shampoos and make-up products have long been popular far beyond the borders of the country. One such enterprise is Vitex.
The cosmetics of this company has decent quality and reasonable prices.
Sweets
Especially popular are products from Belarus. Among them there are goodies for those who love sweets. Local chocolate is made from organic and healthy products. In it you will not find flavor stabilizers and palm oil. Belarusian sweets are natural and healthy products. The confectionery industry is under strict control. In local stores you can buy delicious marshmallows without preservatives. It is made from molasses, applesauce and other natural ingredients. The best can rightfully be called marshmallows produced by the Bobruisk factory "Red Pischevik."
Belarusian sweets are no less tasty. Their huge assortment is amazing, especially if you like sweets and want to taste the same sweets as in distant childhood. Connoisseurs of goodies recommend paying attention to the products of confectionery factories: Kommunarka (Minsk), Spartak (Gomel). Breakfast cereals, granola and delicious waffles with a variety of fillings are produced by Vitba.
Honey
In many countries, finding natural honey is incredibly difficult. Markets are crowded with fakes. If you like a real natural product, then you can buy it in Belarus. It is best to buy honey from beekeepers who themselves pump it in their own apiaries.
Alcohol
In Belarus, they produce excellent balms, tinctures and other alcoholic drinks. Belarusian vodka regularly takes prizes at various international competitions. Connoisseurs note the amazing taste of balms infused with medicinal herbs, oak bark, birch buds and other substances. Among the manufacturers of alcoholic beverages, the Crystal factory is the leader. The company produces a lot of souvenirs in beautiful glass and crystal bottles. In addition, in stores you can buy alcohol in leather cases and clay bottles. If you are looking for a gift for a connoisseur of exquisite drinks, then in Belarus you can buy very interesting items.
Cheeses, Sausages
You can buy wonderful dairy products in Belarus. Delicious cheeses and cottage cheese are especially appreciated. An impressive variety of sausages in stores in the country. Made from natural products, meat products have an amazing taste.
The leaders in the production of sausages are: meat processing plant "Snov", Borisov meat processing plant, Berezovsky meat processing plant, Slonim meat processing plant. No less Belarusians are proud of bacon, which is prepared here in a special way. A delicious product can be purchased in markets and stores.
Instead of an afterword
Among the wide variety of food and national products of Belarus, you can always buy wonderful gifts for relatives. Local shops offer a huge selection of souvenirs with Belarusian symbols. Such presentations are good for friends and colleagues.