India, July 25 -- What remains after an adventure-packed and scenery-soaked vacation is a heart full of memories, and well, a suitcase full of souvenirs. These keepsakes linger on, in the cosy nooks of our casas, condiments in our kitchen, and scene-stealing attires. And while fridge magnets and shot glasses are a recurring classic, Travel and Leisure Asia editors just dished out quirky souvenir rituals from their travels that are anything but "routine".

From handcrafted collectables to time-honoured swords, here's the mixed bag of souvenir inspiration we've been gatekeeping.

Also, explore our guide to 20 cultural souvenirs that bring the world into your home.

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