Nevada

Souvenirs from Nevada

Souvenirs from Nevada are a special reflection of the memories made during your time in this American state. Whether you enjoyed the spectacular scenic views, climbed the desert mountains, or spent all your vacation in a casino, you will want to find the perfect memento for sharing with friends and family. As tourism is the top industry in the state, there are numerous stores that are dedicated to Nevadan souvenirs, with postcards, T-shirts, key chains, refrigerator magnets, shot glasses and so much more decorated with images and logos from different cities and natural monuments. Each one will have a varied assortment, so you will want to stop into every store you come by to see if there is a special item for your loved one. A calendar featuring scenes from the landscapes that change with the movement of the sun would be a brilliant way to encourage you to visit Nevada once again.

Casinos and Aliens

Nevada is known for being a place of remarkable events and pleasurable moments, and you will certainly have the chance to opportunity to sample a quite a few of them. Casinos are a big business, and attract gamblers and gawkers to take in the sights and lose a few dollars. Themes are very popular and, by simply setting foot in a few different properties, you could find yourself in Imperial Rome, a 1920's speakeasy or walking on the Brooklyn Bridge, all surrounded by stunning replicas of the most famous world's cities and time periods. A stop in the gift shop will produce merchandise all emblazoned with logos and mascots of the casino, on polo shirts, pajamas and decks of playing cards. If are interested in something less earthly, Nevada is also home to the infamous Area 51, where the US Military is rumored to keep all its secrets, including aliens. While the public is prohibited from visiting the base, stands surrounding the area sell extraterrestrial souvenirs, such as plush toys, flying saucers and astronaut ice cream.

Nevadan Souvenirs for the Home

Nevadan souvenirs will be best remembered if they are something that can be used on a daily basis. As befits its wild history, there are many different home crafts from the pioneer days that are still being practiced. Candle making, using beeswax from native bees and scented with locally grown flowers, soap making and canning local berries, fruits and vegetables are just two such artisanal works that tourists enjoy. Imagine how lovely your dining table would look with a set of rolled beeswax tapers glowing! A set of lavender bath soaps in a carved stone dish would be ideal as a hostess gift, or a set of vegetable pickles in a fabric bag would put a smile on any food lover's face. Hot sauces and salsas, dried beef and buffalo jerkies, artisanal chocolates or a bottle of wine are just a few of the food souvenirs from Nevada.

The Wild West

Cowboys still play a vital role in Nevada's farming industry, as herds of cattle are still pastured on the prairies. You will see many examples of art featuring the cowboy in paintings and sculptures that are perfect for the Western enthusiast. If you would rather be a cowhand yourself, specially designed shirts, jeans, and belts, embroidered or studded with silver, are the way to go. Of course, you can't leave without purchasing a pair of genuine cowboy boots, often embossed or painted with eagles, cows and snakes, or a ten gallon cowboy hat, with leather tassels. If you would prefer a slightly more elegant option, perhaps a stop at a mint would be in order. There, you will find gold and silver ore nuggets that were highly sought after by the cowboys, or coins specially minted with local scenes.