One simple mistake can cost unsuspecting tourists £752 when visiting one of Europe's most popular landmarks. In Greece, ancient monuments such as the Acropolis, Parthenon and Epidaur Theatre are fined to help preserve iconic sites.
Anyone wearing high heels can face up to 752 pounds (900 euros), so tourists should choose a trainer when visiting the ruins. This is because they fear that high heels can damage ancient stonework. Because the Acropolis is an open-air museum, it is also prohibited to touch marble, walk inside temples, or climb rocks or walls.
Another place where tourists can catch them with heavy fines is Italy, with bans in place to protect ancient monuments.
Tourists could face fines of up to £417 (€500) in Spanish Steps for Spain Sitting in Rome, and police officers patrol the area with whistles to enforce the rules.
In Italy, fines are rated from £20 (25 euros) to £417 (500 euros). People feeding pigeons at St. Mark's Square in Venice have been prohibited since 2008 to protect historic buildings from damage caused by animal feces.
Swimming in one of Rome's most iconic landmarks, one of the Trevi Fountains, is off limits and it's no surprise that those who violate the rules could face a fine of up to £417 (500 euros). In some cases, people may be hit by a temporary or once-in-a-lifetime ban from the area.
Gemma Brown, Head of Land Products & Partnerships at Travel Republic, added:
“Studying sites you visit in advance will help you ensure you understand certain rules such as discreet attire on religious sites. Practice these simple rules will keep these sites integrity and make everyone more enjoyable.”
