Shopping in Stellenbosch - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Stellenbosch does not have many large shopping centers. So if you want to spend a few days choosing clothes, electronics, perfume, or jewelry, you should choose the time and go to Cape Town, which is very close. It's less than an hour away. The number of shopping centers and outlets in a city with a population of three million will pleasantly surprise you. However, if you want to buy memorabilia, you can buy beautiful reminders of a trip to South Africa in Stellenbosch.

Wine is at the top of the shopping list, of course. 29 vineyards are located in the district. Many of them are characterized by a two-hundred-year or even more history. The tradition of viticulture in Stellenbosch has more than three hundred and fifty years. You will decide which variety to give preference to. You can buy wine almost everywhere. If you are not satisfied with the town shops, you should take the opportunity to go on a tour of the winery and buy alcohol directly from the manufacturer. Prices are generally lower here than in France. But the quality of the drink is quite comparable. Juno Cape Maidens, Lizard, Simonsig, and Africa are well-known. However, smaller firms also produce good drinks. You should taste the local Pinotage wine.

You can set aside time and visit local supermarkets in search of a product called biltong. This is dried meat of various animals with spices. It is made from pork or beef, as well as varieties that are quite exotic for a European, such as alligator, antelope, or bull meat. Biltong is quite acceptable despite the unusual ingredients. The skin of an animal can be a quite large and expensive souvenir. The skin of which animal you choose depends on your financial capabilities. You can find the skin of the antelope, alligator, and even a giraffe or a lion. It is better to buy giraffe or lion skin in specialized stores. You should also require a certificate confirming the legality of killing the animal. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Ostrich eggs are an interesting souvenir. Local craftsmen paint them both in traditional African motifs and a modern style. You should pay attention to local wood products. There are quite a few professional carvers here. They sell highly detailed figures of animals and plants. You can also find stylized ritual masks of African tribes. You should buy a picture or a stand for hot items made of wicker vines. Be sure to pay attention to the clay jugs. They not only look good but also quite practical.

A belt, backpack or purse made of crocodile or snakeskin can be quite expensive but very stylish purchase. If you do not know reliable ways to distinguish real exotic leather from fake, it will be better not to buy such an accessory on the market. You can buy a beautiful purse in any gift shop. If you want something more "African", you can pay attention to the drum. If you want to buy a decorative musical instrument, the price will be low. Real drums made according to all the rules are much more expensive. But this musical instrument sounds great. It will be a great gift for a professional musician.

You can buy a tapestry as an interior decoration. You should also pay attention to the painting, made in the colors traditional for the Dark Continent. If you want something truly unique, you should pay attention to jewelry made of beads. Such crafts were not only decoration but also a kind of declaration of intent in the culture of local tribes for many years. The colors had the meaning. For example, red denoted passion or rage, black – difficulties, or night darkness, blue – escape, pale blue – pure love, as well as white, brown – disgust, green color symbolized peace and bliss. Beads adorn clothing, belts, bags, bracelets, and more today.

If you want to buy jewelry with precious stones, you can pay attention to diamonds of various colors. You can buy both regular diamonds and exotic options like black or pink diamonds. You can also buy the stone itself, and order the creation of jewelry from it at homeland. Tanzanite jewelry is also interesting. It is sometimes mistaken for a blue diamond. You should also pay attention to the ivory figurines.

Ndebele dolls and traditional Tribal outfits are also sold in the town. If you want to buy a more practical souvenir, you should pay attention to the manor. This is locally produced fruit moonshine. Also, pay attention to Amarula. This is a liqueur made from Amarula fruit. Delicious candies are also made from Amarula. Dried fruit, especially the plate of guava, peaches, or granadilla is cheap and tasty acquisition. Keep in mind that it is generally accepted to bargain on the markets. Always check the product for the absence of "Made in China" marks. Alas, there are Asian products here.