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Italian Authorities Clamp Down on Tourist Vandalism

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Italian authorities are cracking down on tourist vandalism after a young woman was recorded defacing a statue in Florence. Stricter penalties and new regulations aim to protect the country's cultural heritage.

Outrage in Italy Over Tourist's Behavior

Italian authorities are in an uproar after a young woman was recorded kissing, touching, and rubbing against a replica of the Bacchus statue in Florence. The incident, which took place near the Ponte Vecchio, has sparked widespread condemnation on social media. Local authorities have expressed their fury, calling the act an imitation of sex and suggesting the tourist was presumably intoxicated.

Repeated Acts of Vandalism by Tourists

This recent incident is not an isolated event. Italy has been grappling with a surge of uncivil behavior from tourists. In 2022, a man drove a Maserati through Rome's Spanish Steps, and tourists were fined for surfing on Venice's Grand Canal. In 2023, a group of young tourists demolished a valuable statue in northern Italy, and another tourist damaged a 16th-century statue of Neptune in Florence.

Measures to Curb Tourist Misconduct

In response to these recurring issues, Italian authorities have implemented stricter regulations. A law passed in 2023 increased penalties for damage to cultural property, with fines up to 15,000 euros and up to five years in prison. Cities like Portofino and Venice have introduced measures such as restricting pedestrian traffic in busy areas and requiring paid tickets for access to historic centers. These actions aim to preserve Italy's cultural heritage and mitigate the negative impacts of overtourism.

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