Tourists flying to Turkey often ask themselves the question: what to bring as a gift to family and friends. And I must say that Turkish markets and bazaars provide a rich selection of souvenirs, textiles and all sorts of goodies.
Having visited a foreign country and seeing a lot of interesting and new things, I want to share a part of it with my loved ones. Therefore, by tradition, it is customary to bring gifts to relatives.
Turkey has long won the hearts of millions of tourists who spend their holidays on the coast of the Black and Mediterranean Sea. And she can offer vacationers to choose many different goods as a souvenir. What could it be?
Sweets
Most often, Eastern sweets are brought from Turkey to friends and relatives - Turkish delight, baklava, halva. They are made from natural ingredients, look attractive and taste unusual. These products are in high demand among tourists.
… This delicacy is based on sugar syrup, supplemented with juices of various fruits, nuts, milk. There are dozens of types of Turkish delight on the shelves of shops. In small packages, it costs $ 1-2, and by weight per kilogram it costs about $ 10.
… If we are used to eating halva from sunflower seeds, then in Turkey it is made from sesame seeds, so the taste will be completely different. Pistachios, pieces of dried fruit, chocolate are also added to halva. Packaged it can be purchased for $ 2-5.
… The sweetness is made from dough and soaked in honey. And on top they are decorated with various nuts. They offer to buy it for $ 7-10.
Coffee and tea
The locals love to drink tea, so there is a large selection of this national drink in Turkey. And if you pick up a glass in the shape of a tulip, from which it is customary for the Turks to drink tea, or a special two-tier teapot, you will be a very original gift. On the market, a kilogram of tea is sold for $ 8-10.
Also, the Turks love boiled coffee, they drink it everywhere - at home and at work. You can also choose a Turk for delicious Turkish coffee, in which this invigorating drink is brewed. A Turk made of aluminum costs $ 5-15, and from copper $ 15-30.
Cosmetics and perfumery
Turkey produces its cosmetics based on various natural ingredients. For example, olive oil, argan oil, rose oil are taken as a basis. Moreover, these funds, which help to care for the body, cannot be called expensive, they are sold quite at an affordable price.
Often, various natural soaps are also chosen for a gift, which can be purchased for $ 1-2
Bath accessories
The Turkish bath is a great place for health improvement and relaxation. The hammam set, which includes peeling gloves, a towel, various soaps, cream and pumice stone, will definitely appeal to those who love to steam in the bath.
Food
… Fragrant spices are sold everywhere, because the Turks themselves grow them on huge plantations. In addition to red pepper flakes, without which not a single dish of local cuisine is complete, here you can buy saffron, turmeric, curry, thyme, etc. The Turks even made spice gift baskets, including a free pepper mill. The set will cost about $ 10.
In Turkey, you can buy honey varieties that are not found in Russia. For example, cotton and citrus. And in the vicinity of the Aegean Sea, pine honey is also collected, it is highly valued due to its unique composition. A jar of a sweet gift costs around $ 10.
Two million tons of olives are harvested annually in Turkey. Therefore, olives and oil from them are also sold as a souvenir. A can of olives costs $ 3-4, oil is more expensive and will cost $ 10-12.
… Agree, a very original gift. Rose petals are used to make pastries and jams. The unique properties of the rose are not so expensive, the jar is sold for $ 3.
Souvenirs and bijouterie
In addition to a fridge magnet, you can buy souvenirs with a national flavor. For example, a great talisman for the home. It is also presented in the form of pendants, wrist bracelets. In addition, a huge number of mugs, plates with Turkish paintings, rag wallets and bags, etc. For women, you can buy chains, earrings, bracelets.
Home textiles and clothing
Home textiles made of 100% cotton as a gift will delight every housewife. Bedding and bath linen, bathrobes, bedspreads can be bought here at no extra cost. Moreover, these things are always needed, and certainly will not lie in the closet.
The production of leather things is also at a high level in this country. Bags, belts, jackets and raincoats can be bought cheaper than in Russia.
Carpets
In Turkey, beautiful carpets made of wool and silk are sold in different sizes, which are made by masters of their craft. A carpet decorated with intricate oriental patterns will be a valuable gift in any home. The largest models cost $ 1000, and the smallest ones cost about $ 100.
When exporting these goods from the country, in some cases there are bans. For example, the total value of purchased gifts cannot exceed 5 thousand Turkish lira (approximately $ 850), and food products must weigh no more than 5 kg. You cannot export antiques, corals and shells over 100 years old. As for spirits, more than 3 liters of alcohol cannot be imported into Russia free of charge.
