Sunny Georgia is famous for its hospitality, and the city of Tbilisi is no exception. A traveler can get a lot of vivid impressions there and, of course, he wants to keep something in memory of a pleasant time spent. What to bring from Tbilisi as a souvenir? You can answer this question by visiting local markets, which are full of all sorts of interesting things, as well as go shopping and boutiques - and there is something to look for. In the city, you can easily find gifts for every taste.
Delicious souvenirs
One of the traditions of Georgia is hospitality, a guest will never leave hungry from the hosts, and it is also impossible to leave this country without buying something edible and tasty as a souvenir. And, of course, when they talk about Georgia and feasts, wine first of all comes to mind. You can buy it in brand stores, where it is sold in glass bottles, or directly from local farmers, on tap. Wine tasting sessions are held at the wine boutiques, and this is a great chance to taste rare varieties of this drink. The traditional local drink, chacha, is also popular, as well as Georgian cognac. As for wines, there are several of the most popular varieties that tourists usually take: khvanchkara - a world-famous semi-sweet red wine, mukuzani and saperavi - red wine, tsinandali - dry white wine.
What is often used as a wine dish? It's cheese! And Georgia is famous for various varieties of this product. The most famous are, of course, suluguni and Imeretian cheese. But many other varieties are produced here, which will delight gourmets with their taste. Moreover, there are cheeses that are made by hand. They are sold in markets or in stores, and sellers will willingly give their product a try so that you can choose the most delicious one.
In Tbilisi, you can buy spices, which are sold in the market in whole bags. This is a great gift for those who enjoy cooking. You can find many well-known spices on sale: khmeli-suneli, adjika, Svan salt, Imeretian saffron. In addition to spices, sauces, which this country is famous for, will also serve as an excellent addition to various dishes. You can buy tkemali, which is red and green, satsebeli and nasharap sauce for fish dishes.
Lovers of sweets will appreciate churchkhela and tklapi - boiled puree of berries and fruits. These sweets are made with the addition of various nuts and different varieties of grapes, peaches, plums and other fruits, so the sweet tooth will have something to do. You can buy them both in the market and in the store; even special gift sets are sold, which are already beautifully packaged. Jam is another delicious sweetness that can be bought in Tbilisi. Moreover, these are not only varieties familiar to everyone, but also such products as pine cone jam, eggplant, watermelon, or with red pepper.
Traditional souvenirs
A separate item is souvenirs with a national character. Georgia is an interesting country with its own culture, which you can learn more about by choosing such keepsake gifts. Considering that the national drink in this country is wine, there must be an appropriate capacity for it. A wine horn is a great gift for connoisseurs of alcohol and unusual traditions. Moreover, these horns are made from natural materials, although if the budget is limited, you can also find inexpensive plastic options.
Do not forget about the national costume. They are often made by hand, with beautiful embroidery and original elements that convey the history of an entire nation. The costume is accompanied by a traditional fur hat - a papakha. Of course, such an outfit cannot be worn for a walk, but it looks very impressive. And if such expenses seem too impractical, you can purchase a handmade doll in a national costume.
Besides the costume, another national item is the saber or dagger. Many people are fans of edged weapons and will be happy with such a gift. Both fairly cheap options and expensive ones are sold, plated with silver and inlaid with precious stones.
What's interesting to bring from Tbilisi?
What other unusual gifts, besides drinks, food, as well as traditional souvenirs, can you bring from the sunny Georgian city? There are a lot of options, so you just have to choose.
Jewelry is a great gift for women of fashion. It is here that original cloisonné enamel products are made, which are called mininkari. This is an unusual technique that allows you to create impressive patterns, there are no analogues to such techniques anymore. Also on sale you can find various jewelry made of silver, gold and with precious stones.
Local antique markets are a real treasure trove of unusual things. There you can find truly unique specimens, rarities with their own history. And if you bargain well, which is only welcome, you can save a lot and buy an excellent souvenir as a keepsake.
Art lovers can appreciate the paintings of Georgian artists. They depict beautiful views of this sunny country, and this will be a good reminder of the time spent in Tbilisi. Another gift associated with art is books. You can purchase a publication about attractions or local cuisine, or choose from the creations of the local authors.
Earthenware and pottery are sold in abundance in the markets. Various vases, cups, dishes, household utensils and just souvenir figurines can be found on the shelves. The items are painted in the national style and depict various ornaments and designs that have their own meaning. In addition, you can visit the local pottery workshops and see the work of the master, and at the same time buy something from him.
Georgia is a good vacation country that will leave only positive impressions. And from there you can bring many interesting and unusual souvenirs and really surprise your loved ones with colorful gifts.
