Shopping in Belarus

Belarus is famous for its original hand-made souvenirs such as painted Matrioshka(dolls), ceramics, wooden jeweler boxes, woven straw items, embroidery, original Belarusian paintings, etc.  They may be purchased in the local shops and souvenir markets.  Skarina Avenue is the main shopping destination, with its antique shops and department stores. Most shops are closed on Sundays, but tourist shops are usually open every day.   Antiques, valuables, works of art and manuscripts other than those offered for sale in souvenir shops require an export license. Shopping hours:
- 08:00/09:00-20:00/21 00 Monday to Saturday (food shops)
- 10:00/11:00-19:00/20 00 Monday to Friday (all others)
- 10:00/11:00-17:00/18 00 Saturday.