Top 10 Souvenirs from China! ♥️

China isn't just the Great Wall; it's also a treasure trove of unique items! We've collected ideas for you that won't gather dust on your shelf. We also have life hacks on where to look and what to look for.

1. Tea 🍵

From delicate milky oolong to aged pu-erh, Chinese tea is a whole philosophy. Try the varieties at local tea ceremonies, then buy loose.

Price: from 200 rubles per 100 g.

Where to look: Beijing tea markets (Malindao) or cozy stalls in Shanghai.

2. Chopsticks (decorative and for eating)

Carved bamboo ones are for interior design, lacquered with mother-of-pearl for an authentic dining experience. There are also sets with Chinese characters for wishes!

Price: from 50 rubles. Simple fans can cost up to 2,000+ rubles for a single painting.

Tip: In Hangzhou, look for workshops specializing in handcrafted items.

3. Fans

Embroidered silk fans, folding bamboo fans, or even ink-painted fans are the perfect accessory for hot days. Antique models are sold in stalls.

Price: from 300 rubles (street stalls) to 5,000+ rubles for vintage ones.

4. Chinese Knots 🧧

Symbols of good luck and harmony, woven from silk threads. Red is for love, gold is for wealth.

Price: 100–800 rubles

Where to buy: souvenir shops near the Forbidden City or in Chengdu.

5. Silk Products

Hand-embroidered scarves, robes, or bed linens. The best silk comes from Suzhou, the "city of silk fabrics."

Price: from 1,500 rubles

Life hack: check the quality by holding the fabric up to the light—real silk shimmers.

6. Qipao Dress 👘

An iconic silhouette that flatters the figure. Order one in patterned silk or brocade—get an outfit like the heroines of a Wong Kar-wai film.

Price: from 3,000 rubles (ready-made) to 15,000+ for a custom-made one.

7. Tea Set

Porcelain cups with blue and white painting or gaiwans (lidded bowls)—for those who appreciate aesthetics.

Price: from 1,000 rubles

Where to look: in tea shops or factories in Jingdezhen, the "porcelain capital" of China.

8. Spices and Sauces 🌶️

Wuxianmian (five-spice mix), dried shiitake mushrooms, Lao Gan Ma hot sauce.

Price: from 150 rubles per packet.

9. Artistic Scrolls

Traditional calligraphy, mountain landscapes, or dragon portraits. Contemporary artists often draw with ink right in front of you.

Price: from 2,000 rubles (street artists) to 20,000+ for antiques.

10. Kitchen Electronics

Smart rice cookers with timers, thermal mugs with heating, or mini dumpling grills.

Price: from 1,000 rubles.

Where to buy: Suning or Gome chain stores.

Important:

✔️ Bargain at the markets—the discount can be up to 50%!

✔️ For antiques, ask for certificates of authenticity.

✔️ Check the voltage of electronics (in China, it's 220V, but the plugs may not fit).

What souvenir has already captured your heart? Share in the comments – we might get inspired! 🌏✨

P.S. In China, even a simple thing can become a story – the main thing is to find "your" souvenir!

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