Where are no cameras allowed in Italy?
May 10th, 2005, 07:00 PM
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Where are no cameras allowed in Italy?
I realize there are probably numerous sites which do not allow photographs, but are there any museums/churches/sites/etc. that will not even allow you to carry a camera inside?
If so, are there always safe and cheap lockers or something similar easily available nearby?
Thanks for the info!
If so, are there always safe and cheap lockers or something similar easily available nearby?
Thanks for the info!
May 10th, 2005, 07:17 PM
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I don't recall ever being prevented from carrying a camera into any site in Italy. There are many places where photography is prohibited, and signs at these places are prominently posted (drawing of a camera with a diagonal line drawn through it). Occasionally, photography is permitted but the use of any lighting or flash is not. Again, notice of this restriction will be posted.
May 10th, 2005, 07:38 PM
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Sorry. I posted my response to this question incorrectly. In 2004 no cameras were allowed INSIDE the Florence synagogue; Visitors were asked to lock up their cameras in individual lockers near the ticket desk. I do not recall the process inside the Rome synagogue, but as I have no photos from inside that building, I believe that we were asked not to photograph inside there, either. This is because of the rising anti-semitism in Italy, the bombing near the Rome synagogue a few years ago, and the attempt of the synagogue members to keep those who might do their buildings harm from photographing and documenting the interiors of those buildings. I strongly encourage other travelers to Italy to visit these beautiful buildings, and their small, fascinating museums, hosted by warm, welcoming people. Just no cameras inside.
May 10th, 2005, 07:48 PM
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I remember when visiting the Grizzi (sp?) Palace when they had the Myan exhibits that all items were taken from us and put in special plastic bags and we were given a claim ticket.
No cameras were allowed of course.
Queen Jane, it is permissable for nonjews to enter synagogues without a member or at least a jew taken you in? I have never known and always wondered. Thanks.
No cameras were allowed of course.
Queen Jane, it is permissable for nonjews to enter synagogues without a member or at least a jew taken you in? I have never known and always wondered. Thanks.
May 10th, 2005, 07:55 PM
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LoveItaly, absolutely!
When we toured the Florence synagogue in 2002, there were a number of non-Jewish people on the tour.
By the way, if you are familiar with the spectacular view from Piazzale Michaelangelo, the coppery green dome that you see clearly in the middle of the city is the synagogue.
When we toured the Florence synagogue in 2002, there were a number of non-Jewish people on the tour.
By the way, if you are familiar with the spectacular view from Piazzale Michaelangelo, the coppery green dome that you see clearly in the middle of the city is the synagogue.
May 11th, 2005, 06:11 AM
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You are not allowed to take anything into the Villa Borghese, including cameras. There is a place to check items near the ticket counter. I was a bit nervous checking my purse, but nothing was missing when I got it back.
May 11th, 2005, 08:23 PM
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Yes, wvmom, I remember now the same feeling at the Villa Borghese... Check my purse? Yikes! I think I remember taking my small zip bag with my passport and money and stuffing it in the inside pocket of my blazer-type jacket (which I was allowed to wear).
May 11th, 2005, 09:05 PM
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Thank you Marilyn and Ira, I have never known. And I would never enter anywhere that I did not know for sure if it was appropriate or not. When OWJ and I were in Charleston there was a beautiful Synagogue and I thought maybe we could go in but alas it was closed.
Marilyn, I have always wanted to go into the historical Synagogue in SF, in fact the SF Chronical had quite an article about it recently. I have only seen the outside. Maybe when we get together we can do that. Peace.
Marilyn, I have always wanted to go into the historical Synagogue in SF, in fact the SF Chronical had quite an article about it recently. I have only seen the outside. Maybe when we get together we can do that. Peace.
Jul 4th, 2006, 07:28 PM
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Of course non-Jews may enter and visit a synagogue. What do you think goes on in there? However, it is the case that married women are requested to wear a head covering, as are men. Also, men who are not circumcized need to get a circumcision before they enter (like covering up bare shoulders before entering a church). Most synagogues have a special room near the entrance, where a gentile man can get a quick circumcision, usually with only a local anesthetic, such as Lidocaine or Marcaine. It's often done for free or for a small donation. Men who undergo the procedure often leave a tip for the synagogue. The synagogue beadle collects the tips and donates them to charity. This is very popular in Italy, esecially in the summer. You'll feel cooler, freer and less constricted. It's advisable to refrain from marital relations for a day or two, to allow for healing.
Jul 5th, 2006, 05:31 AM
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In Palazzo Pitti I wasn't allowed to take my camera. I had to leave it in the locker room with everything else. When I was inside I saw someone else who did have a camera, so I'm not sure what the rules are.
In the Uffizi you are allowed to bring your camera in, but no photography is allowed except for taking pictures of the view outside the windows.
In the Duomo in Florence and the Duomo in Siena photography is allowed, but no flash and no tripod, so it's very difficult to take reasonable pictures with a simple point and shoot camera.
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In the Uffizi you are allowed to bring your camera in, but no photography is allowed except for taking pictures of the view outside the windows.
In the Duomo in Florence and the Duomo in Siena photography is allowed, but no flash and no tripod, so it's very difficult to take reasonable pictures with a simple point and shoot camera.
Rachel,
www.dream-vacation-in-tuscany.com
Jul 5th, 2006, 06:35 AM
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In Florence, at the Galleria dell'Accademia where the real David stands, you're not supposed to use flash, and I have odd memories of a meek and ever-so-tired official standing there, throwing his hands up and saying "no flash" everytime someone fired their flash...
That was a couple of years ago, right after the renovation of David was completed. I don't know if - as a result of the flagrant disregard for the signs - there have been stronger measures instituted since - has anybody visited just recently who can tell us if photography is still allowed?
WK
That was a couple of years ago, right after the renovation of David was completed. I don't know if - as a result of the flagrant disregard for the signs - there have been stronger measures instituted since - has anybody visited just recently who can tell us if photography is still allowed?
WK
