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Rome's Trevi Fountain Now Charges Entry Fee
8 Feb
Summary
- Tourists now pay €2 to enter the Trevi Fountain basin.
- The fee aims to manage crowds and fund cultural conservation.
- Rome aims to deter repeat visits and ease pressure on the monument.
Rome has implemented a €2 entry fee for tourists and non-residents wishing to access the Trevi Fountain's basin. This new charge, introduced by the city's authorities, is intended to address the challenges of overtourism and enhance the overall visitor experience. The revenue generated will contribute to cultural conservation efforts.
The historical Trevi Fountain, sculpted by Nicola Salvi in the 18th century under Pope Clement XII, is a celebrated work of art depicting the god Ocean. Historically, both Roman soldiers and later tourists have engaged in traditions involving the fountain's water, symbolizing a guaranteed return to the city.
