Tourist Charged After Damaging Florence’s Neptune Fountain in Pre-Wedding Dare

6 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Apr 23

A 28-year-old tourist has been charged after climbing Florence's historic Neptune Fountain during a pre-wedding dare, causing minor but significant damage.
The woman attempted to touch the statue's genitals, damaging the legs of the horses and a frieze, with repair costs estimated at €5,000.
This is the latest in a series of tourist-related incidents at Florence landmarks, raising concerns about respect for the city's cultural heritage.

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