- What to bring tasty from Latvia?
- Only amber
- Practical gifts
Gifts and souvenirs brought from any country help prolong the experience, are the keepers of the memory of an amazing journey, interesting people, beautiful nature, and a vibrant original culture. Any traveler knows that you can bring a lot from Latvia, but amber will be present in your suitcase without fail. Moreover, it can be a small pebble found somewhere on the coast, a pendant for a beloved daughter, or massive amber beads for a mother.
In this article we will try to find an answer to the question of what other gifts Latvia has prepared, what, apart from amber, it is famous for, what traditional crafts and crafts are known worldwide.
What to bring tasty from Latvia?
There are many small farms in this country where organic and tasty products are produced. Latvian cheeses are a worthy competitor to neighboring Lithuanian dairy products. The same applies to meat products, dry-cured and uncooked smoked sausages, everyone will be delighted with such fragrant gifts.
Latvia also has its own business card among alcoholic beverages - the famous "Riga Balsam". It has an amazing dark brown, almost black color, incredible aroma and taste. Experts say that it contains many herbs and spices, so it can be used even for medicinal purposes. It goes well with hot drinks - tea and coffee - and instantly immerses you in a magical fairytale atmosphere. In addition to the balm, you can bring special glasses for liqueur as a gift to your relatives, they will also become a vivid reminder of your trip to the Baltics. For lovers of new tastes, Latvian producers have prepared "Riga Blackcurrant Balsam", it has a pronounced berry taste and a subtle aroma.
Only amber
Even if a tourist before a trip to Latvia thinks that amber as a gift is banal, sad, commonplace, then upon arrival his opinion changes dramatically. It is impossible to resist this golden splendor, firstly, the variety of colors and shades of this incomparable gift of nature is striking. No less surprising are the locals, who have learned to make anything from amber: amulets and charms; exquisite jewelry; interior items; paintings.
Fossilized resin looks harmoniously in combination with metals and wood, it is used as a decoration for any items. The largest amber store is naturally located in the capital. In addition to various decorations and souvenirs, it impresses with an amber room created by Latvian craftsmen.
Practical gifts
Many tourists cannot stand useless souvenirs, they are aimed at finding only the necessary things, both for themselves and for relatives and friends. For this category of travelers Riga and Latvia are ready to offer many options, the most popular are the following: flax and linen products; garments knitted from natural wool; perfumery; Lingerie.
It is clear that women, first of all, will be delighted with such Latvian souvenirs. In Latvia there is a large selection of linen tablecloths, napkins and towels, women and men clothes from local designers are sold. Some things are unique, because they are sewn in a single copy, they are quite expensive, but many will appreciate the exclusive. The Baltic coast does not always warmly welcome guests, even on the hottest days it is cool and windy by the sea, so Latvians adore warm clothes, they know how to create masterpieces from ordinary wool - original models of sweaters, shawls, stoles and ponchos.
Thirty years ago, every Soviet woman dreamed about the products of one of the most popular Latvian cosmetic companies, Dzintars. Today, this company continues to delight the beautiful half of humanity, as it offers high-quality cosmetics from natural ingredients at quite attractive prices. Experienced tourists are advised to purchase such products in company stores, since there are cases of counterfeiting under a well-known brand.
Branded trade guarantees authenticity, quality, offers various discounts and promotions. Another well-known Latvian brand is the LAUMA company, a manufacturer of fashionable lingerie, which is distinguished by an interesting design, the highest quality and a relatively affordable price.
Beautiful Latvia, outwardly restrained and cold, knows how to surprise, delight, warm. Linen sundresses and fluffy sweaters, exquisite delicate linen and a drop of Jurmala perfume, delicious chocolate and aromatic Riga Balsam - it seems that the Latvian journey can be continued indefinitely. And, having visited beautiful Riga once or having heard the music of the sea, you will definitely want to come back here again.
