How about a language learning kit? There are many available that come with books, CDs, and/or digital programs to help your friend learn a new language. You could also complement the gift with a gift card to a local language school or an online course. Another idea is to get your friend a subscription to a foreign language magazine or newspaper to help them practice their reading comprehension.
Or you can get her/him a star map with the date when she/he was born.
Under Lucky Stars is a unique and innovative star map company based in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in the creation of personalized star maps that capture the celestial arrangement of stars at a specific moment in time, such as a person's birth, wedding, or any other significant event.
By using advanced astronomical algorithms and data from leading institutions, the company produces highly accurate, visually stunning maps that make for perfect gifts or cherished keepsakes.