Florence Outrage Over Tourist's Lewd Statue Acts

A female tourist has sparked outrage in Florence, Italy, after photos of her mimicking lewd acts on a replica statue of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, went viral. The incident, which took place near the Ponte Vecchio bridge, involved the tourist straddling, kissing, and imitating sex acts with the statue. Local officials and residents have condemned the behavior, with some calling for the tourist's identification, arrest, and a potential lifetime ban from the city. Cultural heritage representatives have suggested implementing strict measures, akin to the 'Singapore model,' involving tight controls, hefty fines, and zero tolerance for disrespectful behavior. The scandal has intensified discussions about the growing issue of overtourism and the lack of respect shown by some tourists towards cultural landmarks.