Joanna James
Visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time? Then you should make a note of the exotic souvenirs you must pick up for back home. The perfect mementoes and gifts, here are some of the unique products that represent the UAE.
One of the most quintessential souvenirs to sample and take back from the UAE, dates is one of the most traditional foods in the desert. The markets in Abu Dhabi are teeming with various varieties of dates, all promising the rich sweet texture of this treasured fruit. You can buy the traditional dried dates in addition to other fun versions such as dates stuffed with pistachio and the ones covered in dry fruit.
The perfect refresher for days when you leave your comfy Abu Dhabi resorts for a spot of exploration, a chilled glass of camel milk is very cooling. Although not as widely consumed as in the days of the Bedouin tribes, camel milk is available to be taken back as souvenirs in milk form or as a cheese. If you are not too sure about drinking camel milk, buy a few pieces of camel milk soap, which also make good gifts for the folk back home. You may even find samples of these luxurious products placed in your hotel rooms or used at the holistic centres of places like Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
A favourite snack amongst the Arabs, candied fruits and all sorts of nuts are available in plenty around Abu Dhabi. Colourful and professionally made these fruits make eye-catching gift bags and are perfect to take back as presents or as a personal stock to have in your home.
The gold souks of Abu Dhabi are famous the world over, even if you are not going to spend large amounts of money, do explore the glittery confines of these dazzling bazaars. Besides, the prices on bangles, bracelets and other gold items are so reasonable and price monitored, that you just may end up purchasing a few exquisite pieces of jewellery. Remember, bargaining is expected and the best method to obtain the cheapest price.
With a long-standing history in pearl diving, the UAE consists of many cities which started off on an income of pearl diving. Abu Dhabi still retains its roots with many tours and displays kept for tourists to understand how the humble city, now a modern metropolis, started out. Pearl jewellery is elegant, classic and a lifelong souvenir to take back. Scour the markets and boutiques to come across carefully crafted pieces of this dainty jewellery.
As the UAE is surrounded by the desert, many tourists opt to take back bottles of desert sand, either dyed or in its natural state. The ideal souvenir to place in your home, a little bottle full of desert sand will be a great conversation starter and a reminder of your times in Abu Dhabi.
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