Helsinki is a city in Finland, a country that is rich in various goods of its own production. In addition, there are many talented people who create original and unusual works of art. This city also has an interesting history, so tourists will have something to see. What to bring from Helsinki? As a memory of the trip, you can find many unusual souvenirs for every taste.
What's unusual to bring from Helsinki?
What souvenirs can you bring from this city? The Finnish sauna is famous all over the world, and if you or your friends are among those who like to take a steam bath and warm up in a bath, then Helsinki is the very place where you can do this, as well as find stones for stoves, the stoves themselves and all kinds of accessories. You can buy aromatic oils, as well as tubs and watering cans that are made from natural wood.
Household utensils are a separate category of souvenirs. Finns are a very practical people, however, and they love the cosiness of the house, so there are many interesting things you can find there that will help make your home more comfortable.
Hand-woven rugs are a great souvenir. The work of craftsmen is always appreciated, and such products look very beautiful. True, manual work will be quite expensive.
Natural wood kitchen accessories are quite practical and look good. And also - they smell nice, since quite a lot of products are made from juniper. This aroma not only evokes good feelings, but also has a positive effect on health. You can buy a variety of dishes - plates, mugs, spoons and other accessories. Moreover, all of them are of local production. Separately, it is worth noting kuksu - a large mug made from a solid block of Karelian birch. It is considered a national symbol that locals love very much. There are even superstitions about this mug, for example, that you cannot wash it with soap, otherwise you can wash off your luck.
You can also look at local brands that make stainless steel cookware. It is very high quality and can also be a good gift.
An interesting option is various soapstone products. In another way, it is called a soapstone. All kinds of interior products, souvenirs and dishes are made from it. An unusual property of this stone is that it gives off cold or heat very slowly, so it can be used for different purposes. In a frying pan made of such a stone, food will remain warm for a long time, and it does not need to be reheated. And after chilling a glass made of stone in the freezer, you can put a bottle of beer there, and it will remain cold even in the steam room. This is exactly what many Finns do.
Jewelry is another souvenir from Helsinki. Various silver accessories are quite inexpensive here, and the choice is very wide, so everyone can find something suitable. There are both products made of silver and with inserts of precious stones. You can also find gold jewelry with diamonds, and they are cheaper than in Russia and some other European countries.
Delicious souvenirs
Of course, many people want to try local products and dishes from the national cuisine. And gourmets will find a lot of interesting things in Helsinki. But it is worth remembering that you can only export fish or meat from the country in a vacuum package.
There are a lot of water bodies in the country, so fish dishes are by no means uncommon in Helsinki. Fish is sold in any form - dried, smoked, pickled. You can find different types for every taste: salmon, trout, salmon, whitefish, herring.
Finnish sausage is another tasty product that you should definitely try. By the way, for some reason it is called "Russian". But on the other hand, remembering a product with such a name is very easy in order to buy an edible souvenir later.
For those who love something sweet, nice gifts can also be found. Local hand-made chocolate will delight all those with a sweet tooth. An interesting option is candy with cloudberry liqueur. Gingerbread cookies are another local symbol that always appears on the table during the Christmas holidays, although you can find such sweets on sale at any time of the year.
An unusual local treat is licorice. It is sold at almost every step and added to various dishes. The Finns themselves say that you can either love or hate licorice, and its taste is really peculiar.
For lovers of spirits, there are also suitable souvenirs. The famous Mintu liqueur is produced in this country. In addition, alcohol is made here with the addition of a variety of berries, and these are not just words, the drinks are really made using cranberries, blueberries, lingonberries growing in local forests. It turns out a very rich and bright taste. Not only vodka is made with berries, but also home-made beer for those who do not want to drink high-grade alcohol.
What else can you buy as a souvenir?
Products made from natural reindeer wool are a great gift, especially for those who live in rather cold areas, where there are severe winters. You can find a variety of clothes, and the cheapest is to buy them in the markets where local craftswomen sell hand-knitted items. The deer is considered one of the local national symbols, and not only wool is used to create souvenirs, but also the very image of this animal. All kinds of toys and figurines are sold in different forms, which can be purchased as a keepsake.
Another source of national pride is the Mummi Trolls, which everyone here loves. Children will be happy with such a gift, you can buy a plush toy or some kind of souvenir depicting these characters.
An interesting option is various products of local creative people. There are many artists and craftsmen living in Helsinki who make original things, therefore, after wandering through the streets of the city, it is quite possible to stumble upon some art salon and take away a piece of modern art from there as a souvenir.
This city is quite hospitable and interesting, so tourists can have a good rest and bring souvenirs with them in memory of a pleasant time spent.
