25 most popular souvenirs from around the world

When traveling around the world, we usually want to buy gifts for our family and friends (and ourselves). At the same time, everyone would like to be original and buy something really special, but in most cases we end up buying the most typical things in souvenir shops. But on the other hand, if you don’t buy a figurine of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, it will seem like you’ve never been there at all.

So, let's look at the most popular souvenirs from around the world - a note to those who are going on a trip, and a delight to those who have already visited these countries and can say: “I have the same one.”

We all know what a nesting doll is. And foreigners also know and love this souvenir from Russia. It has become so popular that it can be bought in other countries, but we all know that the birthplace of the nesting doll is Russia.

Japan is famous for many phenomena, including sumo wrestling. So you can find such a souvenir at every step.

When you say “Romania,” the first thing that comes to mind is the vampire Dracula, aka Vlad the Impaler. It is not surprising that all local souvenir shops are filled with items on this topic, for example, mugs like these.

Kill two birds with one stone by purchasing such a souvenir. Tell people about your travels while staying up to date with weather conditions in your own home.

Everyone knows that the Vatican is the residence of His Holiness, so if you ever visit this smallest enclave within Rome, you will remember it for the rest of your life. Portraits of the Pope are everywhere. Even on such “mundane” items as bottle openers.

Pyramids, sphinx, camels and... pharaohs. You cannot leave Egypt without at least one of these figurines in your luggage.

The 30-meter tall statue of Christ the Redeemer rises on a hill above Rio de Janeiro and is one of the most iconic landmarks in all of Brazil. It is not surprising that her image can be bought in any Brazilian souvenir shop.

They look somewhat like sumo wrestler figurines, but in fact they depict the Golem, a mythical creature created by a Prague rabbi in the 16th century. These figurines are one of the most popular Czech souvenirs.

No souvenir list would be complete without the mother of all souvenirs - the Eiffel Tower. Hang it on your keys to let everyone know you recently visited Paris.

There are two iconic must-sees in San Francisco, California: the Golden Gate Bridge and the fog. But if you buy mist in a can, you will get both of these things - one inside and the other on the outside, on the label.

In addition to the world-famous attractions like the Tower, the London Eye or Buckingham Palace, there is something else in the UK that every tourist must see, photograph and be sure to take home with them as a souvenir - the iconic red double-decker bus.

Although Switzerland is a small country, it has a lot of things for which it is famous. Swiss knife, chocolate, watches - all these items are known throughout the world. But when it comes to souvenirs, there is only one - decorative bells, like those that hang on the necks of Swiss cows.

If you're planning a trip to Mexico, be sure to bring back one of these colorful painted shards. This is one of the most popular souvenirs in the country. They are associated with Day of the Dead, a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated throughout the country.

Thailand has become an increasingly popular Asian destination in recent years, attracting millions of tourists from around the world every year. What souvenir should you bring from this country? Of course, a traditional straw hat.

The state of South Dakota is not the most popular American destination, but it is in this state that there is a landmark known throughout the world. If you're in this state, be sure to buy something that will remind you of Mount Rushmore, like an oil lamp.

Named after Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of history's greatest composers, Mozartkugel is a confection made from marzipan, nougat and dark chocolate. This sweet delicacy is the most popular souvenir in Austria, the country where Mozart was born.

Many people collect elephant figurines, but in India they are one of the most popular souvenirs. And there is a good reason for this, because India is the country with the largest elephant population.

Part of the Maltese flag, the Maltese cross is one of the country's most important national symbols. In local souvenir shops you can buy it in all sorts of versions, but the most popular is the cross made of white limestone, a material typical of this small Mediterranean country.

Sweden is a country where the Vikings lived, and the cult of these medieval warriors and sailors is still preserved here. It is not surprising that horned Viking helmets have become one of the most popular souvenirs that tourists take with them from this Scandinavian country.

Dear Hawaii... Sun, crystal clear water, stunning beaches and... of course, beautiful hula dancers with flower crowns.

An 18th-century neoclassical triumphal arch, the Brandenburg Gate is an iconic Berlin landmark, attracting tourists from all over the world. People often buy a copy of this structure and pose with it in front of the original gate.

Canada is the world's largest producer of maple syrup, and the maple leaf, as we know, is comfortably located on the main flag of the country. So when it comes to souvenirs, there's nothing more Canadian than maple syrup bottles shaped like maple leaves.

In the Netherlands you can literally get lost in souvenirs. Mills, tulips, cheese - all these things are iconic symbols of the Netherlands. But there is something else that is much more important and iconic - these are super fashionable, but almost indestructible painted wooden shoes! They are made entirely of wood and are one of the most beloved Dutch souvenirs among tourists.

The kangaroo is one of the most popular animal symbols of Australia, so it is not surprising that many souvenirs are associated with it. However, the fact that one of the most popular souvenirs is the poor animal's scrotum, made in the form of a keychain or lighter, may surprise you a little.

Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen wrote “The Little Mermaid”, and in Copenhagen there is a statue of this heroine - one of the most important attractions of the city and the whole country. Naturally, there are miniature copies too - in any souvenir shop in Denmark.