The Truth About Souvenirs
How to find stories and support local crafts and traditions, instead of loading up on trinkets.
In a world of mass-produced replicas, finding an object with a soul requires a clinical eye. I’ve spent two decades tracking down the makers, the weavers, and the keepers of tradition . This is my field-tested guide to how souvenirs can help move you beyond the gift shop and into the heart of a culture.
From Porto’s tiles to Sri Lanka’s masks, here’s how to find pieces that actually matter.
Plus, what to do with them all when you get home.
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