- What to bring precious from Malta
- Not the most traditional gift
- Magic pen
A Maltese cross or a souvenir with its image is the very first idea that comes to a tourist's mind when looking for an answer to the question of what to bring from Malta. Indeed, it is the country's most recognizable symbol, brand and business card. But not the only one, then we will try to find other options for practical purchases or cute souvenirs that can be brought from this island state, which has received a cute name from its neighbors - "kid from the Mediterranean".
On the other hand, the convenient geographical position allowed Malta, both literally and figuratively, to be at the crossroads of routes, including trade and cultural ones. That is why today in the souvenir shops and shopping centers of the country you can find local goods with the national character of neighboring countries. This does not prevent guests from happily stocking up on presents for relatives and neighbors.
What to bring precious from Malta
In addition to the touching name "kid from the Mediterranean", Malta also bears another proud title - the silver treasury of the region. In fact, you can buy both gold and platinum jewelry here, but white, relatively inexpensive, silver is considered the most popular. On sale you can find men's and women's jewelry, tourists love to buy products that symbolize the island of Malta: the famous eight-pointed cross, which once adorned the coat of arms of the Russian Empire; the image of a proud, beautiful falcon; cute dolphins, sometimes approaching the Maltese shores and amusing tourists.
Handicrafts made very skillfully by local craftsmen are especially appreciated by foreign travelers. Maltese jewelry has one characteristic feature - it is light in weight, but looks quite large and voluminous. This effect is obtained due to the use of original shapes and small openwork details. The largest selection of jewelry, of course, is in the capital, beautiful Valletta, although you can buy graceful, elegant gizmos in other towns of the state.
Not the most traditional gift
The first place in all tourist shopping ratings in Malta is occupied by the Maltese cross. Its appeal, on the one hand, is in its simplicity, almost primitive geometric shape, on the other hand, there are many options for choosing a material for the base and decoration. Other Maltese souvenirs adored by foreign guests include the following: glass from the island of Gozo; the most delicate weaving of lace.
At first glance, it seems that the glass Maltese cross is an unremarkable gift. In fact, such fragile items can also be quite expensive, since they may contain silver threads or gold inclusions. The color palette of glass from the island of Gozo is wide, you can find products of different tones and shades, but the most popular is the palette of blue tones.
As for the glass souvenirs themselves, you can buy men's gifts - ashtrays or glasses, even more choice of women's gifts - vases, figurines, glasses, jewelry, including rings and pendants. Many ladies, in general, buy sets of beads of different colors and sizes, and then create their own jewelry in a single copy.
Exquisite glass products can be found not only on the island of Gozo, but also in Malta itself. The most famous place is the village of Ta Ali, Mdina's workshops. Interestingly, there is not only excellent shopping here, but also the opportunity to take part in a master class, to see how a glassblower practically creates another fragile miracle in front of our eyes.
Maltese Gozo is also interesting because local lace makers have reached unprecedented heights in their products. You can buy lace in any souvenir shop in the country, but the largest selection, of course, is on the island. Most often, guests pay attention to napkins and tablecloths, although there are even wonderful sun umbrellas on sale.
Magic pen
A trip to the island of Gozo will be remembered by a tourist also for the fact that he will not meet a single similar door handle, as if some skillful craftsman set himself the task of not repeating himself even once, and realized it brilliantly. In addition to practical, utilitarian use, a cute detail, without which it is impossible to imagine a door, has been elevated to the rank of a national symbol.
A doorknob from Gozo is a wonderful gift that, firstly, will always be at hand (literally and figuratively), and secondly, it will last for many years, remaining a memory of a wonderful trip to Malta. In addition to handles, door knockers can also be purchased, they create an extraordinary atmosphere, and will undoubtedly please aesthetes.
Experienced tourists are advised not to forget about the knights that are sold in Malta on every corner, this is the most common souvenir for family, friends and colleagues.
