The city’s mayor, Luigi Brugnaro, has proposed a fine of up to €500 (about $585) for anyone planting themselves down in an undesignated spot.
Busy city
Visitors to Venice have been subjected to numerous other restrictions.
They’re instructed to walk on the right, not to linger on bridges and not to cycle. Walking around in swimwear is also a no-no as is feeding pigeons. Less surprising are bans on littering, graffiti and placing padlocks on monuments.
Venice is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations and its narrow, historic streets can become incredibly busy. Officials fear that a growing influx of tourists negatively impacts accommodation and living conditions for locals, as well as affecting tourist’s experience of the city.
Venice, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has long been advocating more sustainable tourism initiatives.
Combatting overtourism
People pass through turnstiles designed to limit the flows of tourists in Venice.
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Source : Nbcnewyork