What to bring as a gift from Russia – 10 great gift ideas

Coming from abroad to our native spaces, we bring all kinds of souvenirs that decorate our shelves in the living room with dignity, and also proudly take their place on the refrigerator.

And what can you bring your foreign friends from Russia? What gift will impress you? What do foreigners want to get?

Russia is a country the biggest not only by territory, but also by ethnic composition. Every corner of our vast Motherland has its own traditions, customs and rituals. There are things that personify the real Russian spirit, and there are those that are very difficult to get abroad – and it can be food, clothing, and much more.

Top 10 best souvenirs from Russia

Painted wooden toy in the form of a doll, in which exactly the same toys of a smaller size (from three pieces or more) are hidden. The traditional way to remind about Russia is to present a nesting doll. The very present or souvenir that is the symbol of Russia in Europe and other countries. A thing that will find its grateful owners.

Russian literature of the XIX-XX centuries is highly valued in Europe. A book is the best gift. No matter how trite it may sound, it still carries weight. You can donate a collection of world-famous Russian writers: Dostoevsky, L. Tolstoy, Gogol, Turgenev, Lermontov, Pushkin.

• Products for the festive table

Prices for the same consumer goods in Russia and abroad are very different. Many foreigners value Russian red and black caviar very much, as well as crazy about Ukrainian lard.

• Tula gingerbread

It became widespread in Russia due not only to its taste (traditional filling: jam), but also to the images on it. These can be various symbols of Russia, sights and cities.

• Tula samovar

Coming to Tula with your samovar is the stupidest thing to do. But to come to Dresden, Liverkusen or Hanover with a samovar will cause surprise. Indeed, the Tula samovar is the property of the craftsmen of this city. Perfect as a gift to your friends and work colleagues.

• Pine nuts

The beneficial properties of pine nuts are well known: rejuvenation, cleansing of the body, as well as treatment of such ailments as tuberculosis, arthritis. Pine nut products are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and minerals. They are difficult to get anywhere in Europe, but they can be easily bought in Siberia. Gift for children and adults. Pine nuts are a great souvenir from Russia.

Winter may be in the place where the primordially Russian shoes will go, not so cold, but it takes one of the first places as a souvenir for foreigners. Warm, white or black, with or without patterns. Men will appreciate such a present.

The Russian national drink finds its lovers all over the world. However, it is worth giving high-quality, time-tested vodka.

Foreigners come in large groups to Baikal to fish omul. Dried, dried omul for friends from Germany will tell a lot more about Russia than you might imagine.

This is a separate song. There are different varieties: buckwheat, herbs, sweet clover, etc. Honey is rich in vitamins and minerals, contains glucose and fructose. Foreigners love honey, especially the one brought from Siberia.

What souvenirs did you bring from Russia? Let us know in the comments!