🌍 Top 20 strangest laws in the world
When we are going on a trip, we begin to study where to go, what to see, where to stay for the night and other important issues. But few people wonder why they can get a fine or even go to prison. After all, it seems to us that we already know everything, how can anything surprise us? Of course it can! Let's get acquainted with the strange prohibitions and laws of different countries.
Italy
The most popular fine that a tourist can receive is for feeding pigeons in St. Mark's Square. Amount from 500-600€. Why can't you feed the poor birds? Everything is very simple. Birds shit on monuments and spread diseases. In Florence you shouldn’t feed them either. Since the locals are very protective of the historical facades.
What else might surprise you? It is prohibited to collect shells on the beaches of Venice. The fine can range from 25-250€. And those who like to show their feelings in public in Eboli will have to pay 500 € for kissing in the car if you are caught.
Singapore
Singapore has a surprise in store for chewing gum lovers. To purchase it, you must obtain a doctor's prescription. Bringing her with you is also a bad idea, you can get a fine. But not only for importation, but also for simply chewing, and if you spit it out on the street, then get ready to part with at least $400. Well, if you have already paid the fine, but are caught again, then you can safely go to jail.
It’s also worth remembering that if you go to a public toilet, be sure to flush it after yourself. After all, your forgetfulness can deprive you of $500.
France
It ‘s a romantic city, but you can't kiss. But not everywhere, only at the station. This ban was invented back in the 1910s so that couples in love would not delay the departure of the train. After a while, everyone successfully forgot about it. Therefore, if you suddenly kiss at the station, no one will take you to prison. By the way, the ban was left in place so that people could be indignant to their heart's content.
Great Britain
If you thought that since you can’t feed pigeons in Italy, you can go to England and feed seagulls. Then this is not the best idea. In Suffolk you will have to pay about 3,000 € for this.
But in London, cyclists can be fined 116 € for riding on the sidewalk. Drivers should also keep their finger on the pulse, because if you park and don’t turn off the engine within three minutes, then get ready to pay about 139 €.
Well, the most interesting ban is on death in Parliament. That is, if someone suddenly dies there, the state must arrange a funeral at its own expense. The law was passed in 1313.
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Belgium
Many tourists visit this beautiful country in winter. But not everyone knows that if you suddenly want to play snowballs with someone, you will have to pay 100 € for it. Snowballs here are equated to stones. Be careful and make a better snowman.
Denmark
The birth of a child is an important event in every family. And choosing a name can be confusing for parents, especially in Denmark. After all, it is forbidden to give strange names to children here. But don't worry, there is an approved list of names (18,000 for girls and 15,000 for boys). Well, if you don’t like anything, you can contact the local authority and try to resolve this issue.
Ireland
In Ireland, February 29th is not a good day for men. This is because if a girl proposes and is refused, the man must pay a fine for moral compensation. They can even receive an offer from a random stranger.
Germany
There is a strange and very interesting law at work here. You can't stop on autobahns. And it doesn’t matter at all whether the tire is flat or the gas runs out. You can't walk on the highway either. And no one knows what to do in this case. But you’ll definitely have to say goodbye to a couple of bills. We hope that you will not find yourself in such a situation.
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
If you are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day in one of these countries, please note that this is not the best idea. The reason is religion. Since this is not a Muslim holiday, you should not focus on love if it is not directed towards God.
Spain
In Mallorca it is prohibited to use beach showers for other purposes. What does it mean? If you want to wash some fruit or vegetable there, you will have to pay a fine of about 800 €.
