This might sound a little silly but does anyone know the best place to buy magnets in Paris, Munich, Venice, Florence and Rome? I'd like them to be fun whimsical ones that reflect the places they come from.
Posted by
Fontainebleau, France
893 posts
You'll find them in the souvenier shops and kiosks aimed at tourists that are close to the major tourist attractions.
Posted by
Huntington Beach CA
1162 posts
Hi Miranda, I like to collect magnets as well and bring them back for gifts. I agree, the best place to find them are souvenir shops and kiosks that are close to the touristy sights. I guess the most "whimsical" one I found was the magnet of David in Florence. I could kick myself for getting one as a present and not getting one for myself!
Posted by
victoria, Canada
11507 posts
lol,, yes, I have a David magnet on my fridge,, its rather a "close up" shot,, gets a lot of comments..
Posted by
Fort Wayne, IN, USA
2349 posts
I bought a terribly made magnet of Queen Elizabeth. The paint is not quite where it should be, and it makes the queen look like she needs an exorcist. Sadly, I gave it away.
Posted by
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
207 posts
I also have the David magnet on my fridge. It's always good for starting a conversation.
Posted by
US Pacific Northwest
10344 posts
Okay, confession time. How many have The David magnet?
Posted by
Hiawatha, KS, USA Now Liberty Missouri
63 posts
In Rome at any shop around the Vatican be sure to pick up some Popeners. (Beer bottle openers with the Pope on them) They are magnetic for the fridge.
A big whimsical hit for your Catholic friends.
Posted by
Orlando, Florida
676 posts
No The David magnet, but I have a mousepad. Oh, and some free posters we picked up... :)
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15777 posts
Question: everyone examines those David souvenirs so how come no one ever sees the mistake?!?! Hellooooooo, David was Jewish. Souvenir magnets are everywhere in Europe. Some of the most attractive are in the museum gift shops.
Posted by
Huntington Beach CA
1162 posts
Chani, our guide pointed this out when we were at the Accademia. He said that the probable reason for this was the Michelangelo studied cadavers for the anatomy and most likely was not aware that Jewish males were circumcised. Makes sense, no? But wow, did he get the rest of the anatomy right!
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15777 posts
Claudia - I can't believe that one. First, there are too many episodes in the Bible about circumcision. Second, throughout history, Jews have been identified by that covenant - from the ancient Greeks to the Nazis. Third, during Michelangelo's life, the Medicis supported and encouraged Jewish communities. I think Michelangelo knew, but chose to sculpt what he considered a perfect figure, like the ancient Greeks who believed that circumcision was an asthetic abomination.