Cities that are no longer for the people; From Rome to Barcelona under the stress of tourism

Anyone who visits Europe’s main attractions will notice their overcrowding. Everyone wants to be there, and this has made cities from a vibrant and dynamic space into outdoor museums. Small local businesses and cultural institutions created for indigenous residents are more difficult. A question that questions the main purpose of tourism, the experience of new cultures and meeting indigenous peoples.

Smaller places that are not in line with large cities like Rome and Amsterdam are also struggling with these problems and even more; From physical destruction to cultural and environmental erosion caused by tourism uniformity, there are in these areas. However, in Europe there are hidden jewelry in which indigenous cultures remain alive and intact; Just distance you from the popular destinations to get a more authentic and economical experience. (islands.com)

Rimini, a city on the Adriatic SEA coast in Italy, is known as an important center for night recreation for Italian youth and Russian rich. With more than 5 tourists per resident, it is one of Italy’s most populous tourist destinations and most of its (2 %) visitors are Italian. The city of Rimini has the highest number of tourism resorts and the largest production of tourism waste and is therefore joined by the Pop Waste Waste Cleansing Project. In contrast, the Puglia area in southern Italy is less well -known and cheaper with beautiful beaches, excellent foods and sulfur springs. The area has water therapy facilities and is a good alternative to those who are looking for beach experience away from the crowd.

Photographer: Unknown / National Geographic

Venice, once the center of Europe’s most powerful commercial government, now has about 2.5 residents and faces 2 million tourists annually. Every year, about 5 cruise ships with air pollution and damage to the Venice wetland threaten one of the most unique ecosystems in the region. The city’s eight -kilometer area is not designed to accommodate millions of tourists, and locals no longer have the financial ability to live in this historic city. This situation has caused the annoyance of Venice whose magnificent home has become an open -air museum. As an alternative, the Eastria Peninsula in the Adriatic Sea and the city of Triste in Italy, with a combination of different cultures, offers a more authentic and less populated experience.

Photographer: Unknown / Conde Nast Traveler

Rome, a population of about three million, hosted about 5 million tourists in the year 6, which focused on the city center, putting a lot of pressure on the local economy and the quality of life of residents. The city’s tourism problems include congestion around the Trevi Fountain, long queues and reduced local small businesses due to their replacement with the Mafia -owned souvenir stores. The disrespect of some tourists in churches has also been a problem. The municipality of Rome is investigating the entry for the Troy Fountain area, and the government has begun legal action against unauthorized sellers. Although there is no replacement for Rome, visiting the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill and the Santa Maria Maggiore are more secluded and attractive options. Local restaurants and cafes also often provide a more authentic and economical experience than tourist destinations.

Photographer: Unknown / Turismo Roma

Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic Sea in Croatia, with a population of 4.3, attracts more than two million tourists annually, attractions such as Palazzo Sponza, historical walls, “Cathedral of the Cathedral of ST. Blis”. Mass tourism has made the historic center almost uninhabited, and local businesses and artists are transferred to the outskirts of the GRUG port. As an alternative, the historic city of Kotor in Montenegro proposes that mass tourism has not yet conquered it and has a calmer and cheaper atmosphere.

Photographer: Unknown / Seahelp

Barcelona is a popular destination for art and leisure tourists with attractions such as the La Sagrada Familia, the Picasso Museum, and a vibrant nightlife. In the years 1 and 2, the city faced a mass tourism crisis with 5 million tourists against more than one million inhabitants, leading to a shortage of housing, rising prices and departing essential businesses from downtown. The cities of Girona and Tarragona offer a calmer experience with their Roman churches and ruins. The city of Oviedo in northern Spain with UNESCO World Heritage, museums, parks and pristine nature is a good alternative to escape.

Photographer: Unknown / Celebrity Cruises

The city of Bruges in Belgium, with a population of 4.3, welcomes more than eight million tourists annually to visit the medieval center and city channels. This volume of tourism has caused overcrowding and reducing non -tourist businesses in the city center and threatening the future of Bruges. Government officials have imposed restrictions such as the ban on cruise ships and the elimination of tourism advertising; But it had a limited effect. The city of “Ghent” or Ghent is a good alternative to the Great Castle, Churches, Squad Streets and an active art scene, a different experience than mass tourism. Ghost became the capital of European youth in the year 9, and thanks to the university and students, he has a lively nightlife that enriched the culture of the city.

Photographer: Unknown / National Geographic

The island of Corsica is one of the largest islands of the Mediterranean and is part of France. The island, which was previously far from mass tourism because of its reputation as a mafia base, has now been considered with beaches, coastal real estate and pristine mountains. The annual entry of three million tourists as well as urban development has threatened the island’s culture and ecosystem. To reduce environmental damage, the entry into popular natural parks was limited to 4.3 people per day; But in the cultural sphere, there is no such restriction. Each year, about 2.5 non -native residents, especially the French, enter the island, which raise housing prices and put the natives under pressure. The indigenous population, which constitute half of the island’s inhabitants, is also concerned about the destruction of their local language and culture due to tourism invasion and widespread use of French language.

Photographer: Unknown / The New York Times

The Vatican, the smallest country in the world, with an area of about 2 hectares, has welcomed seven million visitors in recent years, with a capacity of up to 2.5 people, causing congestion, long queues and pressure on religious spaces. The summer heat of Rome, protesters’ gatherings, the Vatican Museum ticket restriction, and the security requirements of the St. Peter Basilica Entrance have made it difficult. Simple issues, such as inappropriate coverage and disputes over turn, have also added problems. However, the city of Rome has many magnificent Renaissance and Baroque churches, such as the Santa Maria Maggiore Cathedral and Santa Maria Degli Angeli, which makes it possible to visit less.

Photographer: Unknown / Vatican Tickets

Mont-Saint Michel, an island in Normandy with a population of less than 5, has about three million tourists annually. The narrow streets of this small town are not capable of accepting such a population, and some call it “crowded tourist trap”. The ban on motor equipment has made it possible to reach the monastery only by walking or stroller, which creates long queues in crowded hours. This situation can have more problems; Because the monastery needs tourism; But overcrowding is a threat to its authenticity. In France, there are other beautiful churches and monasteries that are less crowded and worth visiting.

Photographer: Unknown / Normandy Tours

The island of Skellig Michael on the western coast of Ireland has become a popular destination after filming parts of Star Wars. The island has a historical monastery and has about 2.5 tourists annually, which is a threat to its structure. The Ireland government has restricted the visit of 4 people per day by reserving and using authorized boats. For those who cannot travel to the island, the islands of Blasket Islands, Ballinskelligs Bay, St. Senan’s Church in the Schwedle Island, or Island Island, and Island Island. In the meantime, the island of “acoustic” has a quiet atmosphere due to the decline in tourists and is highly acclaimed by visitors.

Photographer: Unknown / Geo

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Cover Photo: Venice, Source: Planet Rail, Photographer Name: Unknown