A city with a charming old town registered as a World Heritage Site, representative souvenirs of Bukhara

Bukhara is the capital of Bukhara Region in central Uzbekistan and has prospered as an oasis city since ancient times. Its old town is registered as a World Heritage Site and is home to numerous representative tourist attractions of Uzbekistan, including the 12th-century Kalyan Minaret and Kalyan Mosque, the Ark Fortress—residence of the rulers of Bukhara, the Ismail Samani Mausoleum, said to be the oldest Islamic architecture in Central Asia, and the Ulugh Beg Madrasa, the oldest Islamic school in Central Asia.
In this historic city of Bukhara, you can also find many attractive souvenirs. This time, we will introduce four types of representative souvenirs from Bukhara.

1. Suzani

Suzani is a type of textile embroidery made in Central Asian countries such as Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan, and is one of the most popular souvenirs in Bukhara. In Bukhara, there are bazaars called taki, where souvenir shops are clustered, and Suzani can be found for sale everywhere.
Since there is a wide variety of designs and colors, it might be fun to visit multiple souvenir shops and find a Suzani that suits your taste. When you visit Bukhara, be sure to search for a hidden gem Suzani at the market.

2. Pottery

At the taki bazaars where many souvenir shops are gathered, brightly colored pottery is also a popular souvenir from Bukhara. There are teapot sets, tableware, and various other types of pottery, each with unique colors and designs, making them enjoyable to look at even if you don’t buy anything.
In addition, pottery dolls are a classic Bukhara souvenir. The dolls of elderly men with puffed-out cheeks are especially cute and recommended. You should also try finding your favorite piece at the bazaars of Bukhara.

3. Scissors

One of the most famous souvenirs of Bukhara is scissors. The reason is that their design is in the shape of a stork. In Bukhara, the stork is a symbolic creature believed to bring good harvests and happiness. These handmade stork-shaped scissors are not only beautifully designed but also have excellent sharpness.

Interestingly, they are even made with distinct male and female versions. These stork scissors can also be easily purchased at the taki, so they are highly recommended. However, be careful to pack them in checked luggage when bringing them home, rather than in carry-on baggage.

4. Knives

Like the stork scissors, knives are also a popular souvenir in Bukhara. Although they are not shaped like storks, they come in a variety of designs. All of them have stylish shapes rarely seen in Japan, and most importantly, their sharpness is outstanding!
It’s nice that they are not only attractive in design but also highly practical. Since each one is handmade, you can look for a knife that suits you. Some shops even offer engraving services, so you could have your name added as a memorable keepsake.

◎ Summary

The taki bazaars in Bukhara have a truly wide variety of souvenir shops, allowing you to enjoy finding souvenirs that suit you best. In addition to Uzbekistan’s classic souvenirs such as pottery and Suzani, there are also many unique Bukhara specialties like stork scissors and knives. Be sure to use this as a reference when visiting Bukhara.

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A city with a charming old town registered as a World Heritage Site, representative souvenirs of Bukhara