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Should you have to pay to take a photo at famous tourist spots?

Rome's Trevi Fountain landmark, with a sign next to it saying it costs 2 euros to view, and some text on the image reading "have your say".Image source, Getty Images
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Would you pay for a picture at the Trevi Fountain?

Lots of people have been talking about a new rule that has just come in at Rome's famous Trevi Fountain, which means that tourists now have to pay $2 to be able to visit it.

People can only access the viewing area, which is the best place to see and take photos of the fountain, by buying a ticket, which is about the same cost as £1.70.

The new ticket system will be in place for most of the day and night, and the city's authorities say that the money collected will pay for things like keeping the fountain nice and tidy.

But what do you think about this rule? Do you think people should pay to visit iconic tourist spots - or should they be able to take a photo for free?

Have your say in the comments below.

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A person taking card payment for someone visiting the Trevi Fountain.Image source, Getty Images
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Many other landmarks in the city have visitor charges

The Trevi Fountain visitor tickets were announced in December and have just come into effect.

People living in Rome won't have to buy a ticket, and tourists can still have a look at the fountain from further away - but to get to the steps, they'll need to pay.

It's part of new visitor fees in the city, which include an extra €5 (£4.30) tourist ticket fee at some museums.

It also costs to visit other landmarks in Rome, with charges at the Pantheon, Colosseum, and many of the famous museums.

Comment below with your thoughts on this story, and if it's okay to charge people to visit places like this.