Shopping in Sochi
Sochi with its warm climate, sea and magnificent beaches attracts many Russian and foreign tourists. Therefore, the entire city infrastructure is aimed at vacationers. And what kind of rest without shopping? Therefore, in addition to all kinds of sanatoriums, recreation centers, hotels, boarding houses and guest houses, cafes and restaurants, the city has a large abundance of shops, expensive boutiques, huge supermarkets and shopping centers..
Every vacationer tries to bring some unforgettable gifts to family and friends, and therefore the question of what to buy in Sochi is relevant for all tourists. And since the city became the site of the 2014 Winter Olympics, there has been a real boom in shopping. All guests of the southern capital wish to buy some kind of Olympic souvenir, regardless of whether it is a small keychain or expensive sports equipment..
Memorable gifts that can be brought from Sochi
- Souvenirs with Olympic symbols. Every street sells T-shirts, caps, mugs, stuffed animals, photo frames, backpacks, key chains, pencil cases, pillows or pendants with the mascots of the Winter Olympics - a white bear, a bunny and a leopard. Beautiful crafts made from shells, plates with seascapes, and clay products are also in great demand. Coins and stamps with the symbols of Sochi 2014 can become memorable, albeit more expensive, Olympic gifts.
- Folk art items. Russia is a country famous for its folk craft: Russian samovars, nesting dolls, Gzhel dishes, balalaikas, Zhostovo trays, etc. Perhaps one of the most popular Russian souvenirs that can be bought in Sochi are nesting dolls that carry the spirit of Russian the people.
- Delicacies. Other popular Sochi presents are local delicacies - adjika, Krasnodar tea, high-mountain chestnut honey, delicious honey and nut desserts. And, of course, you should buy a bottle of the famous Kuban wine, brandy, balsam or tincture. There are several specialized shops in Sochi selling original drinks - «Dionysus», «Kuban wines», there is a tasting room «Arcadia».
- Clothing. For lovers of branded clothing and footwear, Sochi can offer many boutiques, stores of branded footwear, clothing and accessories. There are a lot of them here. In this southern city you can find products of almost all the most famous brands..
If all of the above options do not interest you, leaving Sochi you can grab a simple shell from the Black Sea coast, which will serve as a reminder of a wonderful vacation for many years. And the question of what to buy in Sochi will not be relevant for you.
