Tourists face €250 fines for sitting on Spanish Steps in Rome

Police began patrolling 18th-century marble steps on Tuesday, blowing whistles at those sitting downThe authorities in Rome have been accused of applying “fascist-style” measures after police began shooing resting tourists away from the staircase of the famous Spanish Steps.Police began patrolling the 18th-century marble steps on Tuesday, blowing whistles at those sitting down. The monument, a Unesco world heritage site, has long been the ideal spot for tired visitors to rest, and holds a special allure at sunset. But now they face being fined up to €400 (£370) as part of Rome’s continued crackdown on unruly tourists. Continue reading…
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