Memories!
We always love to keep the very best of them. Whether memories of days spent
with other loved ones or trips, travels and vacations.The best way to keep
memories is undeniably through pictures and videos. However, there is another
great way to keep memories of where you have been before. Souvenirs are just a
great way to remember that special moment or the fun times you had at a
particular destination. Jovago takes you through 5 memorable souvenirs to get
from Ghana.
The Ghana Flag - When you
mention Ghana, there is one thing that symbolizes the country. This is the
Ghana Flag. The colourful piece of history and heritage that stands out among
others with great meaning. Carrying the National Flag of
Ghana with you back home truly proves that you were in Ghana and gives you that
superb feeling of reminiscing about the great times you had here. You can hang
it in your bedroom or on the walls of your living room. The mere sight of the
flag brings shivers down your spines.
Weavings - This is
definitely not exclusive to Ghana but it
has all the trappings of a very unique art that Ghanaians have. Beautifully
designed and crafty woven colourful baskets are a good take-home souvenir for
anyone that visits Ghana. They are everywhere and come at very cheap price
depending on where you choose to buy from.
Kente -
This is a unique woven Ghanaian cloth that carries so much
respect, dignity and history. It is woven in a loom and comes in various iconic
patterns and colours. It is popular among the Ashanti’s and
has royalty written all over it. You cannot be in Ghana without buying a piece
of Kente cloth.
‘’Ahenema’’ - Another
exclusive traditional Ghanaian souvenir that will remind you of Ghana anytime
you wear it. This is a beautiful hand made royal pair of sandals, usually worn
by Kings and Royals or on very special occasions. They come in different
colours and designs for every occasion. Funerals, weddings, naming ceremonies,
festivals etc all have their own ‘’ahenema’’ that go with it. Treat your feet
to the Royalty and feel like a King or Queen walking in Ghanaian feet anywhere
you are in the world while giving you the best memories you had in Ghana.
Branded
items - These are usually the smaller items or pickables that you can
get everywhere especially at the airport. They are often branded with the
Ghanaian flag or the coat of arms. These include cups, scarfs, t-shirts, balls,
caps, bags etc. You can buy as many as you can for friends and family who you
left behind. Drinking from a Ghana
branded mug or wearing a beautifully made Ghana branded t-shirt tells everyone
about your affiliation with the country and gives you great memories of your
time there.
You
cannot travel without picking a souvenir. When you leave Ghana after a great
trip down here, you take away very unforgettable memories. These memories are
best remembered when you have something that constantly reminds you. Taking a
few gifts back home to the loved ones you left behind makes them feel loved,
appreciated and stirs up their interest to visit Ghana as well.
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