But Sochi not only has the Winter Olympics, but before that, this famous Russian health resort has already formed its own unique souvenir tradition. Let's see what specialties are worth buying:
1, laurel leaf
On the tree-lined streets of Sochi, laurel, an evergreen plant, can often be seen. They are either manicured green fences or leafy trees. At the ancient Greek Olympic Games, the winner will be awarded a crown. Although this tradition is no longer popular today, laurel still symbolizes peace, rebirth, eternity, immortality and glory.
It also has some practical uses. Russians will add laurel leaves to taste when cooking soup. You can take some fresh cassia twig home. They can be kept in vases for a long time (without water), reminding you of your wonderful journey. After the branches are dry, you can collect the leaves in an empty jar, and then add a bay leaf a few minutes before cooking soup or frying meat.
2. Shell
Although scientists have been arguing about the bottom layer of hydrogen sulfide in the Black Sea, there are many other creatures in the Black Sea besides fish and algae. The shells of mussels and conchs here are very beautiful, and local craftsmen like to make handicrafts with them. If you like collecting natural ornaments, you can pick up shells on the beach near Binhai Street. After the gale, there are a lot of shells on the beach.
Where there are mountains and seas, great painters will be born. The Black Sea, with its rich colors and emotional appeal, constantly inspires local painters to draw excellent works on canvas. You can enjoy or buy oil paintings in local art galleries (No.565438 +0 Sanatorium Street), Sochi Central Coast (Binhai Street) and Riviera Park (No.65438 +0 yegorov Street).
3. raw hide beef jerky
Bastel horse is a very good gift. It is a kind of beef jerky marinated in a special way, which is covered with a layer of leather made of Caucasian spices. It's great to drink with beer. The dried preserved beef with leather is very long and will never go bad after a long trip. It can be bought in many private shops in Sochi market.
4. Glass products
Art Glass Studio is located in Adele District, not far from the trout farm. It's interesting to visit here. You can learn about the glass blowing tradition in Russia and even the world, visit performances and buy glass souvenirs on the spot. The glass blowing technician will blow out bundles of flowers and vases in front of your eyes in just a few minutes, and each handicraft is accompanied by a certificate. But this fragile souvenir must be packed!