Ukrainian tourist in Barcelona posts photo with anti-tourism graffiti, sparks controversy.

A Ukrainian tourist, living in Germany, sparked controversy in Barcelona by posting a photo of herself next to an anti-tourism graffiti sign reading "Tourists go home" on social media, thanking the city for its "very warm welcome." The post, which gained over 400,000 likes, attracted criticism from locals, with some arguing that mass tourism leads to gentrification and rising living costs, making the city unlivable for residents. Other users defended the tourist and blamed the government for not addressing the housing issue.

August 24, 2024
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