If you'd like to choose something that stands for(代表) Chinese culture, I think Chinese knot is one of the best choices(最好的选择之一).
It's said that Chinese knots were developed in Tang dynasty. Chinese people use beautiful knots to decorate(装饰) their houses, works of art and other things. They are described as a symbol of(一种象征) traditional Chinese culture. They're usually in red and can be seen everywhere in China now, such as people's cars, houses and malls. They come in different forms, but they are used to express good wishes(表达美好的祝愿). You can easily buy some in many shopping malls. Moreover, you can learn to make Chinese knots by yourself(自学). I think it means a lot when you send your family and friends this gift.
如果你想选择代表中国文化的东西,我认为中国结是最好的选择之一。
据说中国结起源于唐朝。中国人用漂亮的结来装饰他们的房子、艺术品和其他东西。中国结是中国传统文化的象征。它通常是红色的,现在中国到处都可以看到,比如在汽车、房子和商场内。它们有不同的样式,但都用来表达美好的祝愿。你在许多购物中心可以很容易买到。此外,你可以自己学习打中国结。当你给你的家人和朋友送这份礼物时,我认为这很有意义。