Suitcases banned in THIS popular European tourist destination; This is why

Tourists have also been urged not to walk pets without a leash, climb on monuments or walk around without wearing a shirt, as a way of showing “respect” to the city.

New Delhi: Whether you’re a Game of Thrones fan or just there for the sun, Dubrovnik in Croatia remains the favorite tourist destination for many. But if you’re planning a trip to this Croatian city, you might want to consider packing light. Dubrovnik’s Old Town is known for its streets made of uneven bricks and stones dating back to medieval times, but the picturesque cobblestones can also be quite noisy.

Residents have complained of noise pollution as tourists drag their bags through the city’s famous cobbled and cobbled streets, furious that the act is keeping them awake at night.

Dubrovnik mayor Mato Franković said tourists can no longer drag their wheeled suitcases around the city. He said that from November tourists will have a designated area outside the city to leave their bags. They are then asked to pay a fee for couriers to take their luggage to their final address.

Those who choose to drag their bags on wheels will be fined $380, but tourists carrying their bags will not be affected. The authorities have decided that the noise level in the street should not exceed a set limit – and that limit is 55 decibels in the evenings.

The noise barrier is specifically aimed at street musicians, who will have to turn down their sound system. Loudspeakers will also be removed from catering establishments.

Dubrovnik remains high on the tourist’s travel list The Dubrovnik times Since the beginning of the year, the city recorded 289,000 arrivals and 763,500 overnight stays, which is 32 percent more than the same period in 2022.

Meanwhile, tourists have also been urged not to walk pets without a leash, climb monuments or walk around without a shirt on as a way of showing “respect” to the city.