What souvenirs to bring from Latvia: from honey to amber

By TravelWiseMar 7, 2024 22:59 PMLite
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Souvenirs from Latvia. Source: News Bytes

Latvia, which is known for its idyllic beaches, also attracts attention for its quality shopping.

From local handicrafts to food, there are a variety of things you can buy as souvenirs. Here are five things Latvia is most famous for, according to News Bytes.

What souvenirs to bring from Latvia: from honey to amber. Source: GPSmyCity
What souvenirs to bring from Latvia: from honey to amber. Source: GPSmyCity

Latvian handicrafts

Handicrafts from Latvia are something you simply cannot miss.

From table accessories, wicker clothes, wicker baskets and candlesticks to leather wallets, clay mugs, wooden toys, photo albums, notebooks and ceramic products, there is so much to find in its bustling markets.

To choose the best, head to Old Riga, where you can find authentic items at reasonable prices.

Latvian jewelry

An old saying says that when someone returns from Latvia, they should get a silver ring (locally called Namejs) as it brings good luck, so you should take it as a souvenir.

Distinctive and unique, these rings are carefully crafted in limited quantities. With a rich heritage, they have long served as sacred gifts, symbolizing protection and support.

Riga black balsam

The country is extremely proud of the Riga Black Balsam, which has won numerous international awards and has been around for over 200 years!

Often considered the national drink of Latvia, this alcoholic beverage is also used in cocktails and coffee.

The drink is made from 24 plants, flowers, berries, juices and oils, and then aged in oak barrels for many years.

Latvian honey

Another fantastic souvenir to buy on your way back is Latvian honey, which contains many vitamins and minerals.

Because the country has a favorable climate, you can find many different types of honey, including buckwheat, celery, walnut, linden, blackcurrant, and heather.

You can get your favorite in stores across the country.

Amber

Amber is dear to Latvian culture, as it is highly valued in the country for its natural color and beauty.

Artisans make stunning necklaces, bracelets and many other pieces of jewelry from this gemstone, which is available in over 250 shades!

In Old Riga, there is the Amber Room, an institution where everything from chandeliers to statues is made of this stone.

As TravelWise wrote, the Latvian government intends to review the country's transportation situation and reform the industry. Such changes are associated with criticism of inefficient budgeting.

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