Few places in the world have such a rich and productive cultural heritage as Egypt. Pharaonic, Greek, Roman and European periods of influence and religious and ethnic diversity have left a legacy of fabulous artisans and craftsmen. This makes contemporary Egypt a paradise for shoppers.
Obviously the major attraction for tourists is the legacy of Ancient Egypt and many workshops, both large and small are dedicated to producing faithful reproductions of Pharaonic artefacts. Of these jewellery is the most popular - being not only beautiful and unusual but also extremely portable. Many visitors opt for a personalised Egyptian cartouche necklace which can be made to order in silver or gold.
An Egyptian cartouche is a hieroglyphic oval name plate with a bar at the bottom of the oval containing the Kong name to protect it from evil as ancient Egyptians believed.
The Egyptian ankh necklace or (key of life) is probably the most recognisable Pharaonic symbol and another favourite with shoppers as it is a well-loved amulet which spans cultures.
The Egyptian ankh is one of the favorite symbols which appears in so many Authentic Gifts From Egypt ancient Egyptian art. It is usually engraved or painted on the walls of burial tombs and also handpainted on many ancient Egyptian artifacts.
Egyptian silver jewellery in general is excellent value. The level of craftsmanship is high and the choice is very wide, as well as Pharaonic designs the souks are full of bedouin, Coptic, fellahi, Islamic, Authentic Gifts From Egypt Nubian and contemporary pieces.
The ancient Egyptians valued personal decoration to Unique Egyptian Gifts Here a great deal . Egyptian silver jewelry was worn by women and men, and of all social standards. Egyptian gold jewelry was and is also very popular in the society.
If your luggage Check Website to order is not restricted then bedouin rugs make beautiful souvenirs to take home. Woven in flatweave on ground looms by women in bedouin communities across the Western desert and Sinai these rugs are great on the floor or on the wall. The striking primary colour palette with a predominance of red and black make bedouin rugs striking additions to any interior.
If you prefer your textiles to be of carry-on size and a smaller price tag then a handwoven cotton scarf could fit the bill. Woven in Upper Egypt in a rainbow of colours and a wide choice of sizes, a cotton scarf makes a great gift or a treat to self.
So dive into the souk or visit one of Cairo�s many independent craft boutiques to order your name on a personalised cartouche necklace, have that Egyptian ankh necklace and silver bracelet gift-wrapped and choose one of those fabulous bedouin rugs over a glass or two of mint tea . ..
