Thessaloniki souvenir market sees rise in pet-themed items

Thessaloniki is experiencing a diverse influx of international tourists, including visitors from the Balkans, Germany, Italy, Scandinavia, Australia, and China. This surge in tourism has led to evolving trends in the local souvenir market.

While traditional items such as White Tower refrigerator magnets, miniatures of the Kamara, the Umbrellas, Poseidon, Alexander the Great, and ancient Greek columns remain popular due to their affordability and portability, new trends are emerging. Shop owners report a growing demand for pet-themed souvenirs. These include accessories for dogs and cats featuring Greek motifs like the meander pattern, as well as pet toys and even dog bones decorated with fabric resembling ancient Greek columns.