Italian officials slam tourist who ‘mimicked sex acts’ on a statue of Bacchus in Florence
The country’s culture ministry and officials in Florence have expressed their fury over the incident after pictures went viral on social media, with the Florence mayor’s office calling it an act that “mimicked sex.”
Florence City Hall said the tourist had not been identified yet and suggested that she was “presumably in a state of inebriation.”
They said that if identified, she would be fined and could be banned from the city for life, in line with an ordinance that prohibits any sort of abuse of cultural heritage in the country.
The statue is a replica of the original created in the 16th century by sculptor Giambologna. The original is kept in the Bargello Museum in the centre of Florence.
The tourist's controversial behavior involving the statue has sparked discussions about the need for more education and awareness programs regarding cultural sensitivity while traveling. Despite the incident, Florence remains a popular destination for travelers, drawing people from around the world to appreciate its rich history and heritage.
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