What gift from Belarus will surprise a friend and please a loved one?

Coming back home from a trip, most of us bring something as a keepsake, not only for ourselves, but also for the dearest. You can keep it simple and buy trinkets with the symbol of the city you visited. Still in each country there are unique things that cannot be bought anywhere else (or at least it'll take some work). Belarus is no exception. We have prepared for you a selection of 10 cute unhacked souvenirs at a low cost. Fridge magnet and badges are off the table!

Cranberries in Sugar

This tasty and peculiar dessert has long been enjoyed by Belarusians. Cranberries in sugar “Patsalunki Padarunki” are stylishly decorated, and you will find inscriptions in Belarusian on the box, wishing all the best. Under this brand, you can find other cranberry products, for example, a set of sweets, cranberries in dragees or chocolate glaze with different tastes.

Manufacturers claim that what you find inside the box is all natural and without preservatives and harmful additives. Judge for yourself: the composition enlists only cranberries, powdered sugar and potato starch.

It’s easy to find these sweet and sour berries. Just look at the shelves by the cashier desk at any grocery store. The price of a treat will please you - up to 4 rubles per 100 g (about $2).

Linens

Belarusian linen is famous for its lightness of fabrics, a variety of products and design variations. You can buy items of clothing, for example, dresses or pants, made of linen. The advantage of these fabrics is that in summer it is the most comfortable clothing for the body.

Linen tablecloths or towels will do great as a gift for a family. The Belarusian manufacturers offer a selection of bedding sets, bedspreads and rugs made of linen.

Branded shops with products of Belarusian Linen are located in the shopping centers Stolitsa, Zamok, Dana Mall, Tivali, Titan, Outleto.

The cost depends on which product you like. We advise you to bring along about 100 rubles ($50) to find suitable gifts.

By the way, you can also find decorative dolls and national rushnyks made of linen. However, production is more complex for such items - and the price, respectively, will be higher.

Figure 2 A set of linen. Photo taken from the website https://linenmill.by

Lida Shoes

These shoes are great value for money. Sports shoes of the Belarusian manufacturer deserve attention due to the design: they tried on it and it turned out fashionable sneakers at an affordable price.

You can find Lida sneakers with the national emblem of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania - the first batch with such a tab in Minsk snapped up in a day! In search of shoes, go to 5 Vera Horuzhaya Street. The cost is about 55 rubles (or about $ 26).

You can find them even cheaper! Look for interesting models of suede Lida sneakers in GUM or TsUM stores. Some can be found at the Sporting Goods store (30 Yakub Kolos St.). Please note that most of the shoe model are for male.

Figure 3 Lida sneakers. Photo taken from the website http://lidashoes.by/

Belarusian Cosmetics

Care and makeup cosmetics of Belarusian manufacturers became a fixture on the shelves of foreigners and locals. Tourists love our cosmetics - for its value, it really works well!

Mascara Luxvisage XXL has become a favorite among many girls. It perfectly separates eyelashes, makes eyes expressive, it comes not only in black and brown, but also in blue. Such mascara costs about 8 rubles (or $4).

Set eyes on Belarusian matte lipsticks. For example, Relouis True Matte Complimenti are known for a wide selection of shades and good durability. The cost of one tube is about 5 rubles ($2.5).

Belarusian care cosmetics have good properties. Take a closer look at the patches from Belkosmex: they cost about 3 rubles ($1.5), while moisturizing the skin well and smoothing out signs of fatigue. Creams and face masks will delight you with both price and quality. The choice is handy: by gender, skin type, age. Don’t worry about the design - Belarusian manufacturers are also working on the style of the packaging.

Look for Belarusian cosmetics at all cosmetics salespoints (for example, at GUM, TsUM, Mila stores).

Figure 4 A set of Belarusian cosmetics. Photo taken from the website http://vitex.by

Quality Underwear

If you want to choose underwear that is pleasant to the body and with a fun design - go to Mark Formelle. The Belarusian manufacturer worked well on the design: sophisticated lingerie, stylish body-liners, pajamas. Designers do not forget about men, they have a choice of wide array of underwear, T-shirts. Mark Formelle socks have a creative design. Size up to them - they look cool and modern.

Mark Formelle pricing is quite affordable. Lace underwear will cost you about 10 rubles ($5). Socks have a price of about 3 rubles ($1.5). By the way, the stores also sell outerwear: dresses, pants, sweaters, cardigans. Overall, there are plenty options to choose the right gift.

Figure 5 Creative socks by Mark Formelle. Photo taken from the website https://markformelle.by

Ladies lingerie can also be found at Milavitsa stores. Prices will be higher than at Mark Formelle. High-quality underwear, stylish designs – you girlfriend will definitely appreciate it.

Belorussian lingerie is widely represented in big stores, such as GUM and TsUM.

Figure 6 Belorussian lingerie by Milavitsa. Photo taken from the website www.milavitsa.by

Crystal Glassware

Belarusian factory Neman produces elegant crystal glassware. It looks quiet unique - “lace” glasses, majestic vases, fashionable plates.

The plus is that you can find the whole set to give as a gift. In stores they sell sets for serving wine, for tea parties. An interesting gift is a set for serving whiskey by Neman. Although, the price is corresponding - Belarusian manufacturer will take about 1,500 rubles (about $750) for such a set. However, there is cheaper crystal glassware. For example, a Neman vase will cost up to 50 rubles (up to $25), a set of glasses can be found for 30 rubles ($15).

Neman has its own online store. In the heart of Minsk, dishes from the Belarusian factory can also be found. Take a look at the Nemiga Trading House.

Figure 7 Whiskey set. Photo taken from the website www.shop.neman.by

Belarusian condensed milk

Every Belarusian knows this sweet delight for sure. After all, condensed milk from Glubokoe town is a special product that is known for its rich taste. Condensed milk can be eaten as it is with a spoon, put in tea or coffee, boiled in its tin to get an equally delicious dessert - but this must be done carefully.

Bright blue cans are easily found at Minsk grocery stores. It will cost up to 3 rubles for 380 g (up to $1.5).

Figure 8 Photo taken from the site www.glmkk.by

Alcoholic Drinks

Vodka is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks in Belarus. From year to year, manufacturers work on design, product merchandise and recipe. A bottle of strong drink will make a worthful gift to the loved ones. There are many varieties of vodka: with the additives of bread, on birch buds, with cranberry. Give it a thought, or a taste, liqueur called nastoika is especially recommended.

Alcoholic products can be found in Belarus at different prices. Choose by the appearance of the package and composition. You can buy liqueur products in both specialized and grocery stores in the city.

By the way, you can surprise your friends with a unique branded drink of Belarusians - krambambulya. Belarus used to believe that this drink helps get rid of heaviness in the stomach after a hearty meal. You have the opportunity to test the "miraculous" properties of the drink. In search of krambambulya go to GUM or TsUM. The price should be around 20 rubles (about $10).

Figure 9 Photo taken from the website www.krambambulya.by

Watch  

Recently, the Belarusian watch manufacturer - Luch factory - has been offering its customers a wide selection of designer products at a great price. The assortment includes male, female, children's models. Classics lovers will find an accessory to their taste. Neither did they leave out preferences of youth. The assortment range includes bright and stylish watches.

A wrist watch with a Belarusian ornament is perfect as a gift. You will find them in red, black, white. Such an accessory will cost about 200 rubles ($100). Luch brand stores can be found in Dana Mall, Green City, Galleria Minsk, Galileo, Skala, MOMO, Expobel.

Figure 10 Photo taken from the website www.luch.by

Leather Wallets

Wallets, business card holders, document covers, crafted glasses and other products can be found at Makey shops. This shop sells products made of genuine leather in a stylish design. The choice is wild! On top of that, gifts can be found for everyone - both male and female accessories are widely represented at Makey.

The cost of products is different. For example, a cute leather wallet can be bought at a price of up to 100 rubles (up to $50). Photo albums and books will cost you a little more. A business card holder can be purchased on average for 60 rubles ($30).

Makey shops can be found at shopping centers Titan, Korona Kurasovshchina, Galileo, Stolitsa, Metropol, Dana Mall.

Figure 11 Cover for documents. Photo taken from the website www.makey.by