Posts Tagged ‘Venice’

Bizarre bans in Italy

August 22nd, 2008

If you’re going to Italy any time soon, you had better check if the town you are going to has any strange by-laws! According to Reuters, many towns in Italy have introduced by-laws to improve “public decorum”. However, some of the by-laws have gone a bit too far. In Eraclea, near Venice, you are not allowed to build sandcastles and in Capri it is forbidden to wear a bikini anywhere other than the beach. While in Eboli, you could land a fine of €500 if you’re caught kissing in a car or in Novara no more than two people are allowed to lounge around at night in parks. So my suggestion is don’t do anything until you’re sure you’re allowed to do it!