8 Unique Souvenirs to Pick up in Dubai
Dubai has a lot to offer for those travelling to the UAE for the first time. From its futuristic skyline to vast desert landscapes, from the biggest mall in the world to some of the best cuisine in the region, Dubai seems to have it all. When visiting, one can get overwhelmed by the endless amount of goods and souvenirs to bring back home, so here are the best souvenirs to be sure to pick up when you’re in Dubai:
Dates
Dried dates from the palm trees of Dubai are some of the best sweets you can get in the city! While plain dates are the most common, you can get some true artisan dates that are chocolate covered, filled with pistachio or sprinkled with dried fruits to make it an even fancier souvenir from the UAE.
Camel milk
Assorted candied fruits and nuts
Arabs and Emiratis alike love to snack on candied or dried fruits and nuts, and the assortments in Dubai are beautifully made. Take back colourful candied fruits or platters of delicious nuts for a souvenir bound to make even the pickiest of family members smile.
Gold earrings or bracelets
Dubai is well-known for its love of gold, and the enormous and sparkling Gold Souk in Dubai stands as a tribute to all that glitters in the city. Stop by this souk and buy a gold bracelet or a pair of earrings that you can hand-pick in terms of shape and design – just be sure to bargain or you won’t get the best price!
Local pearl jewellery
The UAE has a long history of pearl diving and you can still get local pearls in Dubai as a unique and local souvenir that supports one of the city’s most important traditions. Bring back simple yet beautiful pearls for a souvenir like no other that you can say is truly from Dubai.
Handmade bottles of UAE sand
Dubai is surrounded by the beautiful desert. A popular and unique souvenir that many tourists want to take home is a small bottle of either natural or dyed sand from the desert. What better way to appreciate the Arabian Peninsula than to bring back a little part of this beautifully vast desert?
A local kandoura outfit for men
The kandoura, the white long dress that local men in Dubai wear, will make the perfect souvenir for any guy who wants to experience the look of locals in the UAE. There’s nothing more quintessentially Dubai than this well-known national dress and the shopping experience is bound to be fun!
A local abaya outfit for women
Acting as a matching pair to the men’s kandoura is the women’s abaya, the long and flowing black dress worn by local Emirati women. Coming in all different styles, designs and colours, the abaya remains a favourite among locals and tourists alike!
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