What is better to bring from Israel as a souvenir: popular gifts, cosmetics, food and drinks, jewelry and jewelry, clothes and things for kids

Everyone who goes to Israel probably wants to bring good souvenirs from there. Let's find out which ones.

Gifts purchased in Israel is a piece of culture that will remind you of an unforgettable vacation. Each souvenir is nourished with the energy of this religious Jewish people.

Popular gifts for friends and relatives from Israel

So, how can you please loved ones.

Traditional souvenirs from Israel

T -shirts with an inscription, with a six -pointed David star, with the flag of Israel, inscriptions in Hebrew, etc. - Such gifts will cost you about $ 16.
Magnets for a refrigerator in the form of known attractions, in the form of stars or with icons - from $ 2 and above.
Key keychains-$ 1-3.

This is a budget version of souvenirs, they can be bought in any souvenir shop, on the street or in a shopping center.

Magic red thread from the sacred earth

The red thread can often be found on the wrist not only among tourists from Israel, but also among the inhabitants of any earthly corner. It is so popular that it can be ordered even via the Internet. Its price is $ 1 per 3 pcs.

The thread acquires magical power after lighting on the grave of Rachel. Next, it should be tied to 7 knots, on the wrist of the left hand. The rite of tying the thread should be made by a close person who sincerely wishes well -being and happiness. Such a person in most cases will be a mother. The red thread will protect you from the evil eye and illness and bring good luck. When the thread wipes and breaks, then all the mysterious desire should come true.

Spiritual souvenirs from Israel

Icons In various performance on canvas, natural wood or stone. The most popular among tourists is the icon of the “Holy Family”, St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, the Virgin Mary of Jerusalem, Jesus Christ the Savior.

The icons are taken because they are endowed with sacred energy and miraculous power. Depending on the size and material on which it is made, the icons will cost from $ 3 and above.

Candles

Real candles should be bought precisely on the Holy Land in Jerusalem, there they should be set on fire at the holy fire after the purchase and then take them home. Such candles are not sold one at a time, 33 of them at once (33 are the years lived by Jesus), they are wrapped in paper with prayer. The cost of candles depends on the material from which they are made, wax is considered the most expensive.

Wax candles cost from $ 5-9, and simple paraffin from $ 1.

Menorah and Hanukia: Symbolic souvenirs from Israel

Menora is a symbol of Judaism. This is an attribute of 7 churches built in Asia Minor, seven planets of the solar system and seven days of the week. Its shape resembles a candlestick with 7 supports for candles. The same form can be found in the Bible. Such a sacred candlestick is sold not only in religious temples, but also in kiosks with souvenirs.
Hanukia is also a candlestick, but with nine supports for candles. He is an attribute of the Jewish holiday of Hanuk.

The pricing policy of both candlesticks depends on the material (silver, gilding, gold) and the quality of performance. Price from $ 10.

Kipa: male souvenir from Israel

This is a headdress of men who are worn both independently and under a wide -brimmed hat. In Israel itself, you will find a huge number of diverse kip, embroidered, with Israeli symbols. They will become a symbolic gift for Jewish friends or just as a souvenir.

The price of such round hats is from $ 3. The price changes depending on the quality and material of the product.

Tales

The bedspreads that are used during prayer in Judaism. Typically, its size is 1*1.5 m. More expensive models are made of sheep, natural cotton, flax, and high -quality silk from wool. And cheap - from synthetics.

The price of the cheapest Tales is from $ 16.

Hamsa (the hand of the Lord) or the “hand of Fatima”: protective souvenirs from Israel

This is a gift that will protect its owner from the evil eye and evil spirits, a kind of talisman. It has the shape of a person’s palm, but is made symmetrically, because another thumb replaces the place of the little finger. This symbol can be found on clothes, in jewelry, on wallets, in the form of keychains. In order for Hamsa to always protect you, it should be hung in a prominent place, near the front door, in the machine on the windshield.

The price also varies from the cheapest to the most expensive. If Hams is made as a jewelry, then the price will be appropriate. The most ordinary bracelet will cost - from $ 1.

The six -pointed David star

The star can be found both on things and in jewelry in the form of pendants, in rings, on key fobs. This is a symbol of Israel.

Israeli cosmetics: pleasant souvenirs

Do not forget about cosmetics, which tourists are carrying in a huge amount. The location of Israel on the shores of the Dead Sea gives great opportunities for cosmetics manufacturers, use the healing properties of sea salt and minerals. Dead Sea minerals are added to a shower, masks, cream gels. Since it consists of natural ingredients, its price is high. Israeli cosmetics throughout the world became famous for its environmental purity, quality and useful properties.

Dead Sea salts are used in medicine. They treat inflamed joints, eczema, psoriasis, rashes on the skin. The most famous manufacturers are Ahava, Sea of \u200b\u200bLife, Sea of \u200b\u200bSpa.

For travelers, a bathtub salt will be more affordable (from $ 3-5), soap based on sea minerals, Dead Sea salt (from $ 8-10), face and body scrubs ($ 16-18). The cheapest souvenir is a small bag of red and Dead Sea salt with the addition of jasmine, tea tree, lemon.

Products and drinks as souvenirs from Israel

Humus

It is considered the traditional food of every Israeli family. It is made of duffed chickpeas to the state of puree, add lemon juice, olive oil, paprika and sesame seeds. Usually it is eaten with traditional Israeli cakes. Not everyone likes Humus, this is a specific product. It is not produced for the future, since the product does not contain chemical additives and quickly spoils. It should be purchased in a day, and preferably a couple of hours before departure.

The price of one jar 0.5 l from ($ 2.5).

Dates

In Arab countries, this sweetness is considered a kind of bread for the peoples of the desert. Israeli dates are very tasty and fleshy. The most famous varieties of Israeli dates are Deglenur, Majol. They are also sold inside with nuts of different types, so they reveal their taste brighter. However, their price is higher than ordinary ones.

Dates is not only a useful delicacy containing natural sugar, but also has useful properties for the body. They have a good effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract, rich in carbohydrates and vitamins, strengthen their teeth and bone tissue, increases male libido and many other useful properties.

The price of simple dates is from $ 5-16, and with nuts from $ 20 and above.

Honey

Honey will be a great gift for a sweet tooth, and especially if this honey israel. It has an unforgettable taste. Honey can be bought apple and citrus.

It can be purchased both at the airport in duty -free shops, and in markets or in supermarkets.

Olive oil

It is Israeli olive oil to bring high -quality fans of high quality oil, because it is not inferior to Greek or Spanish. Olives grown in Israel are very tasty and high quality. Each year, competitions are held among olives, which were grown by different manufacturers.

Coffee

Of particular popularity is coffee with the addition of cardamom, which has an unforgettable aroma and taste. It is sold in special green packages. A leaf of Cardamon is drawn on it. It is brewed using special technology not in coffee by a car, but in a Turk.

The price of such coffee ($ 15-20).

Wine

Bring an Israeli wine as a souvenir to collect wine as a souvenir, because not so often you can find wine made in Israel in our supermarkets. Unusual wines are made there with the addition of grenade juice, currants and other fruits.

Winemaking in Israel appeared many centuries ago, back in the time of Jesus Christ, and in our time it has already passed to a higher level. In Israel, there are more than 150 wineries. World brands can be called: Flam Winery, Sas Winery, Yatir Winery, Barkan. Such wine is kosher. Buy more correctly in places of production, where you can immediately try several varieties and choose more than you like.

The game is a watchot

This is a beach game that is particularly popular among the local population. Having gone at least once to the beach, you can see a few couples that will play the Matcut game. This is a kind of tennis, but on the beach. The essence of the game is to beat off the ball so that it does not fall into the sand.

The game consists of: two round wooden missiles and a ball for the game. The balls are of different colors that are distinguished by the power of the blow. Such a game can be found not only in children's stores, but also in supermarkets. There is such a set of approximately $ 5.

Decoration and jewelry: the best souvenirs from Israel

Eilat stone products are especially popular. It goes well with silver products. Eilat stone is used in the manufacture of cufflinks, rings, beads, pendants, bracelets and a huge number of other products.

It is also worth seeing silver products. Their price will please you very much. The most popular Israeli store can be considered Mikhal Negrin.

Israeli diamonds are an order of magnitude cheaper than ours, although Israel is not considered a country for the extraction of diamonds. However, in the capital of Israel there is a diamond exchanger, where there are trading in the purchase of precious stones.

Clothing and things for kids

This will be a great gift not only for your children, but also for children of your friends. The reverent attitude of the Israelites to children affects the quality of clothing and materials from which it is made. The composition includes only natural fabrics, high quality, but the prices of children's things are quite affordable.

Tips for travelers

It is worth not forgetting that in the days of the Shabat, most stores are closed. On Friday, an abridged day is up to 15 hours.
Keep all the checks. If in one check there is an amount of more than $ 100, at the airport you will return VAT.
All religious symbols should be bought only in Jerusalem or Bethlehem. In other cities, there is a big chance that they were not consecrated.
If you decide to buy cosmetics, then it is still worth buying it in coastal areas or on the shore, even though it is more expensive, but the choice is more.
Do not make purchases in stores, which are brought by whole excursion buses. There prices are much higher.
Wine should be bought from manufacturers, there the price will be lower.
There are special conditions for the removal of antiques, which dates from up to 1700 g. For export, it is worth receiving written evidence from the head of the Antiquities Management, as well as pay tax.
You can not take out the goods without declaring to more than $ 26,000.