What to bring from Portugal?

Every time, going on vacation or on business in this or that country, we try to bring a piece of foreign places in memory of the time spent there. And we try not to deprive friends and acquaintances of souvenirs. Let's see what you can bring from Portugal.

What are they taking from Portugal?

First , this sunny country is the birthplace of port. It is named after the city of Porto, where it was started. If you are lucky enough to visit the island of Madeira, be sure to buy the wine with the same name. Portugal is also the only place in the world where so-called green wine is made.

Secondly , here are excellent products made of leather. Shoes are good and inexpensive, both women's and men's. Leather accessories: bags, belts, purses and other items will be served by faith and truth, recalling the hospitality of this sunny country.

Thirdly , here you can find a fairly wide range of clothes made from natural wool. These cute little things will warm you with a harsh Russian winter.

Fourth , coffee. Experts say that such coffee as in Portugal, you can taste only in Brazil. So, if you are an avid fan of this fragrant drink, then do not miss the chance to try it in Portuguese performance.

Fifth , in Portugal they make an excellent fragrant soap. The best thing is done on the island of Madeira.

Sixthly , olive oil. If you decide to buy local olive oil in Portugal, then choose it in a tin can. This will save your things from possible trouble on the road.

And, of course, souvenirs from Portugal. They need to be told about them.

As in any other country visited by millions of tourists, here you will find a lot of nice things that will remind you and your friends and relatives about this country. But in fact it would be desirable to choose gifts from Portugal, characteristic only for it, carrying in itself particles of culture and history.

In the souvenir shops a lot of different products from cork. Here, this wood is used not only as a material for capping bottles. We can say that this is a national material, as in Russia, for example, birch bark. Various figures, postcards and other handicrafts are made from it.

Souvenirs with a picture of a cock are very common here. He is a national hero, according to legend, saved from the unjust execution of the innocent.

In Portugal are widespread clay painted houses, which can be suspended as decorations. Well, of course, a variety of products of folk crafts - bright textiles, clay products will remind you of carefree days spent in this hospitable country.