German Tourist Vandalizes Iconic Florence Statue

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German Tourist Vandalizes Iconic Florence Statue
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A German tourist in Florence, Italy, is facing a hefty fine after damaging a 16th-century statue while posing for a photo. The tourist climbed the famous Fountain of Neptune, breaking off a piece of marble and damaging a horse's hoof. The incident, captured on video and shared by the city's mayor, has sparked outrage and calls for respect towards cultural heritage. This is the latest in a series of incidents involving tourists misbehaving at landmarks in Europe.

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