
Earlier this week, city officials made good on their promise to
preserve Rome's historic and cultural spots by fining visitors in violation of the city's ordinances -- including sitting or lying down on the
UNESCO-protected monument.And the fines are not insignificant. Starting at 250 euros ($280), tourists may be charged upwards of 400 euros ($448) if they've soiled or damaged the steps in any way.Restoration -- at a
cost of some €1.5 million -- of the Spanish Steps was finished in October 2016. Bulgari, an Italian luxury brand, footed the massive cleaning effort while it celebrated its 130th anniversary.

This scene would earn sitters significant fines under new rules in Rome.
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