Various goods are offered in Karbala, and because of this, pilgrims can buy souvenirs for differe tastes. In the list of the best souvenirs of Karbala, we can meion items such as Tarbat Karbala, Mehr, Janmaz and Sajjadah, rosary, ornames, robes of the hereafter, perfume, sweets and clothes. When shopping in Karbala, be sure to ask the sellers to give you a discou. Join Kajaro to iroduce you to a more complete list of popular Karbala souvenirs.
Tarbat and Mehr Tarbat of Karbala; Healing soil
Among the most popular souvenirs of Karbala, we can meion the blessed Karbala turbat and the seal produced from Karbala turbat. Tarbat, or the soil of Karbala, is usually poured io small jars and sold; Muslims believe that this soil is healing. Mehr Torbat is also offered in Karbala with Islamic motifs.
Photographer: unknown / al-hadaya.com site
Janmaz and Sajjadeh; Prostration with the mood of Karbala
In the markets of Karbala, you will see Janmaz and rugs with differe designs and sizes. Their prices also vary according to the quality. Islamic and religious motifs such as the design of Imam Hussain’s shrine can be seen in many of Karbala’s Janmaz and Sajjadahs.
Photographer: unknown / al-hadaya.com site
the hereafter; The last blessed worldly dress
The Khilaat of the Hereafter, or the Shroud, is considered a souvenir of Karbala. These shrouds are usually decorated with Koranic verses with Karbala mud. Also, on some of them, there are designs of the shrine of Imam Hossein (AS). Pay atteion to the fact that to buy a shroud with original tarbet, you must go to reputable shopping ceers.
Photographer: unknown / website jsm.com.pk
rosary; Remembrance of Imam Hussain (AS)
The rosaries in Karbala are of various types. One of the most popular rosaries of Karbala is the rosary made of Karbala turbat. You can also buy rosaries made of precious stones such as turquoise and agate in this city. In Karbala, rosaries made of palm kernels and wood are also sold.
Photographer: unknown / site madeinkarbala.com
The blessed fabric of Imam Hossein’s shrine (AS); A cloth with spiritual value
The green color is known as the symbol of the family of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH); For this reason, green cloths are sold in religious cities like Karbala, which have spiritual value for Muslims. Some people use these fabrics as bracelets. These cloths come io coact with the shrine in Karbala and are blessed.
Photographer: unknown / site basalam.com
ring; Karbala in your hands
The rings in Karbala are available in materials such as gold and silver. These rings have various gems, including agate and turquoise stones. Some of these stones are also decorated with engravings of Quranic verses and prayers.
Photographer: Unknown / etsy.com
a scarf; Hijab with beautiful designs
If you wa to buy cheap Karbala souvenirs, buy a scarf. In Karbala, there are various types of scarves, some of which include cotton, polyester, and silk. These scarves have various designs, including religious and traditional motifs.
Photographer: MOHAMMED GHAREEB / Googlemap
Imam Javad’s amulet prayer The key to warding off calamity
The amulet prayer of Imam Javad (a.s.) has a special place among Muslims due to the preveion of calamities and the protection of human beings. Charm prayers are usually written on deer skin or paper; It is better to use a prayer written on deer skin. Usually, this prayer is sold with an armband so that people can tie it around their arm; Of course, this prayer is also offered in the form of necklaces and rings.
Photographer: unknown / bahjatava.com website
Stone and marble shrine of Hazrat Abbas and Imam Hossein (AS); A corner of the shrine at home
Sometimes the old marble stones in the shrines of Hazrat Abbas (AS) and Imam Hussein (AS) are separated from the walls and pavemes. Artists create designs and patterns on these stones and make them in differe ways like paiings. These works can be gifted to loved ones as blessed souvenirs.
Photographer: unknown / imamhussain.org website
Perfume and fragrance; A sce from Karbala
In Karbala, religious perfumes and incenses with musk and rose sces are sold. You can also buy an incense burner in Karbala. These devices, which are usually made of copper metal, have a traditional appearance and work with aromatic powders found in Karbala; These powders are obtained from aromatic plas.
Photographer: unknown / shopipersia.com site
Moist and dates; A sweet souvenir
Karbala is considered the ceer of selling dates and rabies due to its many groves. You can buy them dry or wet. Due to their good taste and many health benefits, dates and retb are included in the list of the best souvenirs of Karbala.
Photographer: Unknown / davidsbeenhere.com
tes and te fabric; The joy of hijab with various tes
In Karbala, you can buy te cloth or ready-made tes such as Arab tes. Also, tes are sold in various materials such as crepe and silk, and you can buy them in various colors and designs.
Photographer: Unknown / zarsahejab.ir site
ornames and rhinestones; A unique gift
In Karbala, it is possible to buy gold, silver and imitation jewelry, which are sold in the form of bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces. These ornames are usually decorated with traditional and religious designs such as Quranic verses and the names of God and precious stones.
Photographer: Unknown / etsy.com
handicrafts; Art by the people of Karbala
There are various handicrafts in Karbala, including pottery, inlay vessels and glass vessels. In this city, it is also possible to buy goods such as bedspreads and tablecloths. In Karbala, don’t forget to buy leather products and small religious statues, such as miniature statues of holy shrines.
cultural products; Treasures for peace of mind
Cultural products should not be neglected when iroducing “Karbala Souvenir List”. Some of these products include Nafis Qur’an, Mufatih al-Jannan and Nahj al Balagha. Various prayer books are also sold in Karbala.
Photographer: unknown / al-hadaya.com site
sweets Sweet taste next to pilgrimage
In the sweets shops of Karbala, you can buy various models of dry and wet sweets, the most famous of which are Baklava, date sweets and Dehin halva. Dehin halva is produced with differe flavors such as coconut, walnut and pistachio.
Photographer: Mohsen Rezaei / Wikimedia
Women’s abaya shirt; A comfortable dress for Muslim women
Abaya shirt is a long and loose shirt. In Karbala, you will find these shirts with various and colorful fabrics. Some of these shirts are embroidered, some are embroidered with stones, and some are embroidered with sequins.
Photographer: unknown / mirraw.com site
Candies and trays; Art made of silver and copper
Trays and sugarcans made of silver and copper are among the most popular souvenirs of Karbala. These trays usually have promine designs and are decorated with various traditional patterns. These dishes can be the best gift from Karbala.
Photographer: unknown / karbala24.com site
types of fabric; A colorful gift
In Karbala, you can get men’s and women’s fabrics for your loved ones. There are differe types of men’s fabrics, among which we can meion fabrics suitable for shirts and jackets. For women, attractive fabrics such as beaded fabrics are offered in Karbala.
Photographer: unknown / miladberluti.com site
toys and dolls; Exciting souvenirs for children
In Karbala, you can prepare all kinds of traditional and modern games for children for differe traditional groups. All kinds of police dolls, educational games and outdoor play equipme are available in the stores of this city. Some stores in Karbala offer low-quality toys; Therefore, go to reputable stores.
Photographer: unknown / nebraskarbala.com
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Frequely asked questions
What are Karbala souvenirs?
Among the souvenirs of Karbala, we can meion Karbala Torbat, Seal, Janmaz and Sajjada, toys and dolls, rosary, ornames, blessed cloth of Imam Hussain’s shrine (AS), robes of the Hereafter, rings, perfumes, all kinds of sweets and prayers of Imam Javad’s (AS).
What are the souvenirs of Karbala?
Silver and copper trays and sugar bowls are souvenirs of Karbala.
