Asia offers a wide choice of souvenirs and handicrafts due to its ethnic diversity. 'Tribal' jewellery, silk, electronic equipment are just some of the bargains available.

Vietnam
Lacquer painting, reed mats, embroidery, tailor-made ao dais (female national costume)

Cambodia
Silks, handicrafts

Myanmar
Lacquer wares, silver, wood and stone carvings, handwoven silk and cotton, gems, embroidered tapesteries, traditional puppets and tribal handicrafts

Thailand
Jewellery, handicrafts, Thai silk

Malaysia & Singapore
Batik clothing, pewterware, handicrafts, electronic equipment

Indonesia
Batik clothing ,silver jewellery, woodcarvings and textiles.

India
Handicrafts, Carpets, Books, Marbles, Jems & Jewellery.

When making an expensive purchase always check the level of duty payable on your import. Please remember VAT (value added tax) is payable even if an item is exempt from other import duties. Bargaining is usually acceptable.