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 Inspired by cult novels, a love crazed trend is sweeping visitors to Rome’s most ancient bridge: hanging a padlock on a certain lamppost as a declaration of undying love and throwing away the key into the Tiber river. Squabbles have ensued amongst city officials since some concerns have been raised about damage being done to the historic Milvian Bridge site - a site famous for its battles. However, there is no evidence that this trend is causing any damage at all, and many have spoken out in the interests of young lovers flocking to the site.  In Rome, breaking the chains of love requires a hacksaw — literally. Sweethearts in the Italian capital have adopted a new ritual as a symbol of undying love: hanging a padlock on a lamppost on the city's most ancient bridge and throwing the key into the Tiber.
The padlock ritual has spilled into a music video and inspired a prize - ``The Golden Padlock'' - awarded to the best love message on Valentine's Day. In the process, it has started drawing tourists to an area that is usually off the beaten track.
(corriere.it)References: guardian, corriere.it Comment: on Rome Bridge Overwhelmed by Tourists Due to Cult Novel |
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