Prayer flags are a popular souvenir choices for travelers to Bhutan, Nepal, Tibet or northern India. Closely associated with Tibetan Buddhism, prayer flags may have had their earliest origins in Bon traditions in the region. As you travel about these Buddhist countries, you will see these colorful banners fluttering in the wind where ever you […]
Souvenir Spotlight
Souvenir Spotlight: Spirit Houses of Southeast Asia
Wherever you go throughout Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar you will encounter Spirit Houses. Often you will discover them in the corner of a yard outside the house or near the entrance to a business. They will always be in an auspicious place on the property and a priest may have been called to select […]
Souvenir Spotlight: Molinillo from Mexico
Wooden utensils, including molinillo are offered in a market stall near Oaxaca, Mexico I am so excited to be debuting a new feature today on WanderShopper. Once a week, I will be sharing a Souvenir Spotlight with you. The idea is to feature a special item that you should keep your eyes open for when […]