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flag Bruges asks tourists to stop stealing cobblestones, costing the city up to $225 per stone.

flag Bruges, a historic Belgian city, is asking tourists to stop taking cobblestones as souvenirs from its UNESCO-recognized streets. flag About 50 to 70 stones are stolen monthly, costing around $225 each to replace. flag This theft not only risks safety but also adds to the city's struggles with overtourism. flag In 2019, Bruges voted to limit cruise ship dockings and halt tourism promotion in nearby areas to manage visitor numbers.

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