Folk Folk

Bratislava


There's a souvenir to fit every size of luggage space at Folk Folk, from big embroidered rugs to art-deco pendants and cherry-wood hair accessories. Particularly distinctive are the straw and ceramic Christmas ornaments. Not everything is locally made; for a truly Slovak souvenir, ask before you buy.


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