Shopping in Sonora, Mexico: Handcrafts, Souvenirs & Malls

The indigenous populations of Sonora, such as the Yaqui, Mayo, Seri, Opata, Papago, Guarijio and Kikapu have passed on their traditions and heritage through the generations in a variety of ways. It's a state that has preserved the identity of its culture, displayed throughout their handicrafts', native music and dance, probably the most representative of which being the "Danza del Venado"(The Dance of the Deer), and also through manufacturing. Even today they have a great skill for the production of goods, most depicting scenes involving animals and the environment.

As part of its culture, Sonora has a wide variety of handicrafts, which the production of, has been passed from generation to generation, helping preserve the identity of the state. The craftworks of Sonora are, in the main, practical items, many of which are utensils, clothing and religious icons and used by natives in their dances and celebrations during rituals and festivities.

When you go shopping, you will find stores that offer anything from earthenware articles, such as pitchers and pots to items made of tree roots, wood, palm and wool (used to make hats, masks, dolls and bags). The artisans of the mountain regions make primarily articles with leather, while in the coastal area, more common place are baskets and hand carved sculptures made from Palo Fierro wood, usually representing animal shapes and indigenous people. Alternatively you can purchase souvenirs inspired by the ocean and constructed with sea shells.