Thailand Souvenirs

Asian Home Décor & Unique Gift Ideas

Thailand souvenirs that many of us travellers often purchase consist of bargains that they have bartered for in markets in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya or Phuket.

Or you may have enjoyed the experience of buying Thai handicrafts from the beach sellers along one of the beaches in Phuket.

We have purchased many small bargains, as it's fun bartering with beach vendors. Some of our purchases include lampshades, wooden elephants, Thai silk bed covers, silk bandannas that we thought were sarongs, a stingray wallet and purses.

A couple of our favourite purchases have been a tin Tuk Tuk that was made out of an old Pepsi can and carved soap, which is displayed in wooden bowls.

Thailand Souvenirs at markets and on the streets in Phuket.

The picture above is of goods in an Asian home furnishings store in a major department store in Phuket.

Many travellers, after visiting attractions like Big Buddha in Phuket, would like to take a replica Buddha statue or image home with them as a reminder of their time in Thailand.

Many visitors have found out the hard way that Thailand has strict controls on Buddha images, and what they will allow to leave the country without a permit.

Pocket-sized Buddha images that are sold in many Thailand souvenir shops do not have any restrictions.
However, Buddha statues of 12cm or 5 inches in height of any material, such as wood or marble, are subject to restrictions that apply, and an export permit must be arranged.

For those special Thailand souvenirs that you would like to purchase, whether it be for a room at home to create your Asian home décor theme.

Or to find that large Buddha statue or Buddha for your garden, you will need to look for a local store to buy and export your unique gift.

But before you do, you should read more about exporting Buddha images and statues from Thailand.

Secret Tip

Just beware: some shop owners will sell Buddha images and not alert you to the requirements under Thai law. Before you buy, read our guide on Shipping from Thailand.

By far the easiest way to buy those unique Thailand souvenirs is to purchase your Buddha statues that already have export permits in place.

The following is a select range of Thai Souvenirs from a trusted supplier in Phuket that we have personally used to import Buddha statues and one of our favourites, the kneeling Teppanon Angels, into Australia.

Thailand Souvenirs

Thai Triangle Pillow

Thai triangle pillows are one of the most popular Thailand Souvenirs.

The traditional Thai pillows have been used for many centuries in Thai homes and are still used today.

They are found in every Thai home because of their versatile use and excellent support. Read more about Thai Pillows here.

Hand-Carved Samadhi Buddha

Hand-carved Samadhi Buddha with colored glass from Acacia Wood

12" Lap: Measures 22" High, 12.5" wide, and 6" deep.

16" Lap: Measures 28" High, 16.5" wide, and 10" deep.

20" Lap: Measures 35" high, 22" wide, and 12" deep

Weighs approximately 10, 15, and 25 lbs, respectively. Can be custom ordered in larger sizes

For more information about the hand-carved Samadhi Buddha, please visit Nongnit's Treasures Website

Kneeling Teppanom Mythology Angels

This pair of Male & Female Kneeling Teppanom Mythology Angels are intricately hand-moulded from wax, hand-stained, and finished in Thailand.

Large: Measures 12" wide, 30" high and 11" deep per statue.

Medium: Measures 8" wide, 24" high and 7" deep per statue.

Small: Measures 5" wide, 12" high and 4" deep per statue

X-Small: Measures 3" wide, 9" high and 3" deep per statue

The angels weigh approximately 35, 25, 10, and 2 lbs. each statue, respectively and can be custom ordered in larger sizes.

The Kneeling Teppanom Angels are available in Brass or Silver, and if you prefer a little colour, they are also available in Multi-colour.

Hand-Carved Reclining Buddha

Hand-carved reclining Buddha is intricately carved in Thailand from rain tree (monkey) wood with an antique finish. Measures 25" wide, 9" high and 6" deep.

Weighs approximately 10 lbs. Colour and weight vary due to the nature of the wood.

For more information about the hand-carved reclining Buddha, please visit Nongnit's Treasures Website.