Gifts from Uruguay: what souvenirs will make your trip unforgettable

By Tychyna TetianaFeb 24, 2024 07:02 AMLite
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Palacio Salvo, built in Montevideo from 1925 to 1928, was once the tallest building in Latin America. Source: Pixabay

Millions of tourists visit Uruguay every year, which is considered one of the shopping and entertainment hubs. Tourists are advised to bring colorful souvenirs that will become a true piece of Uruguay at home.

Dulce de leche is especially popular among tourists - it's an incredible dessert cream made from milk caramel. You can use it on top of pancakes, ice cream, waffles, toast, and you can buy this delicacy in all local stores, writes News Bytes.

Tourists are also advised that another great way to stay connected with their memories of Uruguay is to buy a box full of alfajores. These are small cakes (usually the size of a cookie or biscuit) and are available in three flavors in the country - chocolate, coconut, and nieve (meringue). The dessert is filled with layers of dulce de leche and topped with one of these flavors.

Sculpture on the beach in Punta del Este. Source: Pixabay
Sculpture on the beach in Punta del Este. Source: Pixabay

Another striking souvenir from Uruguay is the gaucho hat, as it is one of the items closest and dearest to Uruguayans as it reflects the culture, traditions, and heritage of their country. It is a stylish wide-brimmed hat available in a variety of designs, colors, prints, and sizes. Locals mainly use it to find respite from the sun but also wear it on special occasions and at festivals.

One of the trademarks of Uruguay is mate, a caffeinated drink made from herbs that has a bitter taste. Uruguayans drink it in a separate cup, which is usually made of leather, silicone, or ceramic. Tourists can easily buy it and the cups as souvenirs and make them part of their home bar counter.

And finally, another colorful souvenir from Uruguay is products with amethyst or shells. Amethyst is known to be the national stone of the country. You will find a range of jewelry made using this purple stone. Additionally, you can also buy glued shells, which are real works of art made by locals.

As TravelWise previously reported, one of the tourists from Denmark traveled around the world without using an airplane. Read about how he did it and what kind of transportation he used in the article.

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