9 Famous Tourist Places Around The World Where Photography Is Banned

Whenever we travel to a beautiful and famous place, we always make sure to collect all the memories of our adventures Photographs are one way to immortalise a certain moment during a trip and are often immediately shared on social media. After the end of the trip, these photos not only remind us of our experiences abroad but also help to share the story of our trip with others. We really trust the photographs. But what if we say that there are several famous tourist spots around the world where photography is totally forbidden? Yes, you read that right. In today's article, we listed some world-famous tourist places below where you can not click a single picture even if you want.

1. Taj Mahal, India

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The Taj Mahal in India, also known as the symbol of love, is one of the world's most important and famous historical heritage sites. The Taj Mahal was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. Every year, millions of tourists from around the world visit this beautiful place. However, despite its fame and the many images shared on the Internet, it is extremely rare to find photos of the inside of the ivory-white marble mausoleum. If you plan to visit this beautiful mausoleum, then you must follow a series of rules, and one of them is not taking pictures and keeping cell phones off when you are inside the tomb. However, you can take pictures and selfies from outside.

2. The Alamo, Texas

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Located in San Antonio, Texas, the historic site of the Battle of the Alamo was built as a home for Spanish missionaries in the 1700s and, over time, has become the symbol of heroic resistance. Guided tours are available at the historic site, but taking pictures is prohibited inside the historic building. You must also keep your voice down and remove your hat before entering the site.

3. Westminster Abbey, England

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The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, the burial site of famous British monarchs, and one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country. You can take as many pictures as you want to take of this beautiful site, but only from the outside. Photography is prohibited inside the property. If you do so, then you will be kindly asked to refrain from photography. But if after visiting this beautiful church you wish to have some pictures, then don't worry. The church management offers everyone to download professionally taken photos of the cathedral without any charges from its website.

4. Michelangelo's Statue of David

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Located in the Accademia Gallery of Florence, Italy, Michelangelo's Statue of David is a 17-foot tall white marble that isn't just the perfection of the most famous sculpture in Florence but also around the world. And we have seen many pictures circulated of this famous statue, but you will be surprised to know that photographing the famous white sculpture is prohibited, and don't even try to do it. If you do so, you will be escorted to the exit gate by the security, and of course, you do not want that.

5. Sistine Chapel, Vatican City

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The Sistine Chapel house is located in the Vatican City and is one of the greatest treasures of Rome, Italy, where the Pope's official residence is located and the seat of the conclave, where the process of choosing the new Pope takes place. The old church has been turned into a museum and attracts thousands of tourists every year. However, it is strictly prohibited to take pictures or record videos inside the chapel, and visitors must remain silent. The Sistine Chapel, known for Michelangelo's famous paintings, houses two of the most emblematic works of the Renaissance: "The Last Judgment" and "The Creation of Adam".

6. Eiffel Tower, Paris

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We all, once in life, want to visit the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous and beautiful tourist attractions in the world. Located in Paris, the Eiffel Tower is the main French tourist attraction and attracts millions of visitors from around the world every year. People can not control themselves or take a picture of it or with it while visiting the site. The Eiffel Tower is one of the most photographed places in the world, However, taking pictures of the illuminated monument is prohibited unless you have written permission due to copyright issues. Photos taken of the Eiffel Tower at night can only be used for personal purposes.

7. Presidential Palace, United Arab Emirates

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Taking pictures or videography is strictly prohibited due to security reasons at this place. You can not take pictures of security staff or security systems. Not just the Presidential Palace but also certain government buildings and military installations aren¡¯t allowed. You can not even take pictures of people without their permission. Don't take a picture of women who are on the beach; that could land you in jail.

If you wish to carry out media activity related to the production, transmission, and/or distribution of printed, digital, audio, video, and/or visual information, you will be required to obtain the appropriate permission from the Emirati authorities in advance. Failure to do so could result in imprisonment and a substantial fine.

8. Valley of the Kings, Egypt

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The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings, is the burial place of Egyptian kings who lived in the 16th and 11th centuries BC. It is a fascinating sight to behold, but the valuable relics and artefacts held in this place are extremely fragile and therefore photography is strictly prohibited.

Anyone who brings a camera to the tombs and monuments will be fined. However, you can take a photo permit from the authorities and click the picture, but still, you can not use a flashlight as it could cause damage to the tomb painting,

"You can buy a photo ticket that will entitle you to take photos in any of the three tombs that you go in with your ticket to the VoK. You will also be able to take photos outside the tombs with the photo ticket. You are not allowed to use a flash as it damages the tomb painting. The guards check if you are taking photos that you have a ticket." written by one of the users at Trip Advisor.

9. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia

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Ayers Rock, situated at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, is one of the most famous landmarks, and also one of great cultural importance to the local Aboriginal population, the Anangu. They believe that some of their sacred sites, ceremonies, and objects should not be registered, and Ayers Rock is one such attraction. In practice, it is certainly very difficult to ban people from taking photos in the vast territory of the national park, so unless you plan on sharing the photo on social media or using it for commercial purposes, you will likely be able to snap a quick selfie. However, photographers with professional equipment are not allowed to enter the park.