Are you looking for Vietnam souvenirs?

Everybody loves to bring something home that remembers them of the country they visited. Vietnam is no exception since there’re so many beautiful handicrafts and traditional things that you can bring back home as souvenirs.

Here’s the list of the top 11 things to buy in Vietnam:

Conical Hat / Straw Hat

Non La is a circular cone hat made out of bamboo cataphylls and is a souvenir you must bring back home. The hat is today a cultural symbol for the country where the style can vary from region to region. This hat is worn by the locals all year round, while it protects them from the rain and it also provides shade and protection from the sun. 

Ao Dai – Vietnamese Traditional Dress

The Ao Dai is a long dress and is worn by the Vietnamese women in Vietnam. This long dress has been a national costume in the country since the 18th century. The dress comes in three different styles and can be specially handmade for you at one of Vietnam’s specialized Ao Dai tailors. 

Silk – One of my favorite Vietnam souvenirs

If you’re a fan of silk fabrics, then you’re going to love Vietnam. Here you can buy scarfs, silk painting and suits or clothes with the best quality. In the country you will find silk fabrics with beautiful patterns, in different colors and sizes – all made on traditional handlooms.

One of the best places to buy silk is in Hoi An and also in Van Phuc (a silk village near Hanoi). 

Handmade Vietnamese embroidery

Embroidery is an art that has been passed down from ages in Vietnam. Here they often use Chinese techniques, and to become an embroidery master it can take 8 to 10 years. If you ever visit Sa Pa, you can buy great embroidered clothes, scarfs, bags and purses from the different villages of the valley.

In Sa Pa, you can also see how they handmade embroidery by the main square during the evening market!

Guoc Moc

Guoc Moc is a traditional wooden clogs that are used by both males and females in Vietnam. Years ago, the women of Vietnam used to wear these together clogs together with the traditional Ao Dai dress. Today, the clogs are not that popular among the locals – but they can still be found in many stores around the country. 

Musical Instruments

The handmade musical instruments are also a favorite souvenir in Vietnam. Here you can buy instruments like; bamboo flutes and mini t’rungs. These instruments make sweet tones and will remember you of Vietnam every time you’re making music.

The price for t’rung’s usually ranging from VND 300,000 to VND 1,000,000 and a simple bamboo flute cost around VND 10,000. 

Hand Fan

The hand fans in Vietnam is usually made of paper and a bamboo frame. This is one of the souvenirs that are frequently used by the locals to cool off. These hand fans have played a major role in the country’s rich culture, and can today be seen in traditional Vietnamese dance.

You can find these hand fans made of silk paper all around the country since it’s one of the best souvenirs in Vietnam. 

Sand Paintings

One of the unique and special souvenirs in the country is the sand paintings. These are the pride of the Vietnamese people and has been made since 1997. They make these painting by pouring sand into a clear cup and use a spoon to paint the picture. It takes quite a long time to finish these pictures since it takes a lot of focus and talent. 

One of the unique and best souvenirs in Vietnam to bring home as a gift to someone you love!

Bamboo Dragonfly

One souvenir that you only can find in Vietnam is the bamboo dragonfly. This is a fun and unique gift to give to a friend or family member. The cool thing about these dragonflies is that they stand by its mouth on any surface, even on your finger. 

Vietnamese Paintings

Oh wow, where should I start? The Vietnamese paintings are incredible throughout the country. The colors, motives, and art techniques are just amazing. Here you can buy silk paintings, rice paintings, and folk woodcut paintings.

Most of the paintings are very colorful and tell you stories about famous Vietnamese people or famous sights in the country!

Pop-up Paper Cards

The pop-up cards are so incredibly impressive and beautiful that it’s a must to buy one of these souvenirs in Vietnam. This is a typical Hanoian art and can easily be found in the old quarters or at the night market in Hanoi.

You can find motives such as; traditional Vietnamese persons and the Eiffel Tower to birthday cakes and peacocks in 3D!

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