Tunisia is the crossroads of civilizations and cultures. This country has absorbed the centuries-old traditions of the peoples inhabiting it. Tunisian markets are renowned for their sheer scale, where you can buy everything from everyday goods to real works of art.
Necessary
- time
- money
- patience
Instructions
Step 1
Dates. Tunisia is famous for its dates - here they are sold at any time of the year. There are a lot of varieties of dates in Tunisia, but there is one particularly valuable variety that is not exported from the country. It is about the size of a lady's finger, with light brown skin and transparent golden flesh.
Step 2
Olive oil. There are several dozen varieties of olive in Tunisia, and the local olive oil is known for its taste and aroma all over the world.
Step 3
Harissa. It is a national hot sauce made with ground hot peppers, garlic, spices and olive oil. In Tunisia, harissa is served with almost any dish, and as a simple snack, slices of bread are dipped into it.
Step 4
National alcohol. Fig Bukha vodka and Tibarin date liqueur will be an excellent souvenir for lovers of intoxicating drinks. In addition, a very decent dry wine is produced in Tunisia, Magon is considered one of the best.
Step 5
Carpets. The Tunisian city of Kairun is the country's carpet-making center. Here you can find carpets for absolutely every taste - both classic woolen and silk, and even curly panels.
Step 6
Hand of Fatima. This talisman and amulet against the evil eye is sold in Tunisia everywhere, in various variations.
Step 7
Desert rose. This souvenir, common in Tunisia, is a natural crystalline formation, in shape so similar to a beautiful rose. It is considered a symbol of eternal, unfading love.
