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German tourist jumps into fountain in Rome and receives fine

A vacationer seeks relief from the heat in a historic fountain in Rome and is fined for it.

German tourist jumps into fountain in Rome and receives fine
Photo: Uwe Kaufmann1 · Openverse · BY

In Rome, the Italian capital, people have been enduring a heatwave for several weeks. A German tourist chose an unusual way to cool off: he jumped into one of the city's historic fountains. According to reports, this not only resulted in a fine of 450 euros but also a ban on entering the area.

Authorities have since taken measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The vacationer's actions have effective consequences, as the historic fountains are protected as cultural heritage.