
10 best things to buy in Thailand
Thailand is nothing less than a paradise for the shopping enthusiasts.
When you are in Thailand, picking up some authentic souvenirs to take home with as memento is always an excellent idea. And being a top-rated shopping destination, "The Land of Smiles" is home to many crowded markets offering plenty of different items at very reasonable prices. But with so many options available out there, you might get confused what to buy on a tight budget. Therefore, here we have listed down some souvenirs which you should definitely look out for while traveling in Thailand.
Thai Silk: Thailand is very famous for its authentic silk which cannot be found anywhere else of the world. Buy bright coloured Thai silk products such as clothing, table-runners, pouches, cushions, ties, wallets etc.
Handmade Bags: Thailand also offers high-quality handmade bags in various colours and designs. And if you're really obsessed with bags and looking for the best ones, then go for the NaRaYa (a local brand) bags.
Fruit Soap: The Thai people always prefer using the natural ingredients in their skincare regime. There are many stalls selling fruit soaps that come in different flavours, shapes and sizes. The Mango fruit soap is currently the most popular in Thailand.
Wooden Carvings: The wooden carvings in Thailand are something which you can present to your friends or simply use to decorate home. These beautiful pieces of art are absolutely authentic to the country and come in different shapes and designs.
Clothes: Be it the street markets or shopping malls, you can find different types of trendy, colourful and comfortable garments in Thailand. Make sure to showcase your bargaining skills while shopping in the street markets.
Thai Spices: Pick up some authentic Thai spices so that you don't have to miss the flavours of Thai food after reaching back home. You can get cinnamon, cloves, coriander seeds at any street market of the country.
Coconut Oil: While this is available everywhere, Thai coconut oil is very unique and cherished which you can use in various beauty purposes. You can also get other coconut-based products such as aromatic coco water.
Jewelry: In Thailand, there are many vendors selling polished and colourful gems at reasonable prices. It includes bracelets, rings, necklaces etc. which would go perfect with Thai clothes.
Thai Footwear: There are many stalls in the Thai markets that offer different footwear including sandals, snickers, high heels etc. These are famous for their high-quality, hardiness and innovative design.
Spa Products: You simply cannot afford to miss out the spa products while shopping in Thailand. Depending on budget, you can choose products like aromatic soaps, essential oils, bubble baths, creams etc.
You can also buy Thai Snacks, Muay Thai Shorts, Fairy Lights, Thai Triangle Pillows, Thai Noodles etc.