The most significant Croatia souvenirs

This page is to help you choose one of the most significant Croatia souvenirs. It’s most likely that one of these souvenirs will remind you of your memorable vacation in Croatia.

Buy and keep something which will take you back to of your holiday - an authentic souvenir like the tie (crovat) or the ball-point Penkala pen, the authentic lacework and the famous cheese from island Pag, Morcic, traditional jewellery from Rijeka or a bottle of Maraschino, made of marasca cherries. Perhaps, lavender oil from island Hvar will satisfied you, or a bottle of good Croatian wine. I am sure that everybody will find something from Croatia.

Pag - the authentic lacework: If you visit the island of Pag, you certainly won't leave empty-handed. As many others, you will be impressed by the beauty of the lacework from Pag the symbol of the island, trimmed with typical motifs inspired by its rocky landscape. If you would like to buy the lacework from Pag, we recommend a walk through the streets of the town of Pag where you will find a myriad of lacework. You will have also the possibility to see how a diligent, skilful and patient lace makers' hand works. More info >>>>>>>>>

Croatia souvenirs, Pag island famous cheese: On the hills of the Northern Dalmatia Pag island, washed by the breeze of salty bura (north wind), 7 different species of medicinal herbs and an ideal grazing land make the lamb's meat from Pag so special. We recommend also the famous local cheese of Pag, which has been prepared carefully by the inhabitants of Pag since time immemorial. You can buy cheese directly in the cheese factory in the town of Pag or it can be purchased by private producers.

Croatia souvenirs, Maraskino - a liqueur of pleasure difficult to resist to: Would you like to have one of authentic Croatia souvenirs to remind you of your stay in Zadar? We recommend the famous liqueur called Maraskino made of miraculous and healthy marasca cherries which grow in the surroundings of Zadar. The rocky landscape, red soil, a lot of sun and wind called bura contribute to the exceptional aroma of this liqueur, which had been exported by ships all around the world in the 17th and 18th century.

Maraskino was highly appreciated at English court and was also a favourite drink among many famous personalities of the past. It is known that King George IV sent his ships to pick cases of liqueur, and even the Queen Victoria loved it and could not do without this delicious liqueur. Napoleon Bonaparte and his generals toasted their victories with Maraskino

Maraschino, famous marasca cherrie liqueur

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Find out all about Eduard Slavoljub Penkala, the great inventor of writing instruments

Croatia souvenirs, Penkalo - the authentic Croatian invention: Maybe it could sound banal suggestion to bay a ball point pen as one of the famous Croatia souvenirs but it’s the authentic Croatian invention.

Slavoljub Penkala is known as one of the most famous European inventors who in 1906 invented the first pen and in 1907 the first fountain pen.

The Penkala ball point pen is considered to be one of the authentic Croatian souvenirs today witnessing the importance of Zagreb as an industrial, commercial and cultural centre in the beginning of the 20th century. At that time, Zagreb was the centre of the writing instruments industry, whereas the factory, which was opened in Zagreb, exported its products all around the world: in Riga, Lawow, Vienna, Paris, London, New York, Los Angeles, and even Tokyo and Singapore. In the period from 1914 to 1926 it became one of the leading factories in this sector in the world.

The famous graphic artist Rafael Barda said that "penkala" is not only a Croatian but an European souvenir as well. Every "penkala" pen is a unique souvenir, it has its serial number and the certificate in Croatian and 12 more languages.

Croatia souvenirs - Home of the tie: Did you know that the first tie was tied in Croatia? Find out how that happened and where you can buy authentic Croatian ties.

The word "croata" can be found in many languages as the root of words meaning "tie" or "cravat" (in English, German, French, Portuguese, Italian etc.). Croatia is the home of the tie, just as France is the home of high fashion, Brazil of coffee, Switzerland of cheese and watches, Portugal of Porto… Learn about the history of ties throughout the centuries and get yourself an authentic Croatian tie.

Symbol of fidelity - The story of the tie first appeared among Croats several hundred years ago. According to legend, girlfriends and wives, when seeing off their boyfriends and husbands to many imposed and detested wars, used to give them kerchiefs to remind them of their girlfriends and wives and to give them strength and courage in difficult moments while far from home. Furthermore, it meant that they were in the thoughts and prayers of their girlfriends and wives. By wearing a kerchief, a man showed that he respected his chosen one and the fact that she had chosen him as well. From the Homeland of the first Tie Zagreb tie home town

Morcic, traditional jewellery from Rijeka

Croatia souvenirs, Morčić (Moretto) - traditional jewellery from Rijeka: The Moretto is today one of the most recognizable symbols of Rijeka. It was the jewelry worn by our grandmothers in the past. Not only does the Moretto serve it´s purpose as beautiful and decorative jewelry, it also symbolizes our belonging to Rijeka and the maritime region and like an invisible bond links Rijeka of today to Rijeka at the turn of the last century.Among the traditional souvenirs that remind a tourist of a holiday spent in Rijeka, Kvarner or Croatia, an important place has the traditional jewellery from Rijeka known as "morčić". In general they are ear-rings ornamented with a black head having a turban at top, but the icon of Morcic appears in other jewellery items too: brooches, rings, tie-pins and necklaces. Momcic was believed to be an amulet having protective powers, while according to the legend, women wore it as a symbol of victory over the Turks in the 16th century. More about Moretto jewellery >>>>

Croatia souvenirs, Hvar - the island of lavander: People of Hvar mostly live from fishing and tourism. One of the typical economic activities is also cultivation of lavender, used for aromatic oils and soaps. Hvar is often called "island of lavender". Lavender and other fragrant herbs made into scented sachets or transmuted into oil, make one of popular and inexpensive Croatia souvenirs. You can find them on most Central Dalmatia islands, but espacially Hvar island is known for its lavender fields.

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Buy and keep something which will remind you of your holiday - an authentic souvenir from Croatia like the tie or the ball-point Penkala pen, famous all around the world.

Croatia souvenirs, original reminder of a holiday!