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Pisa Crusades Against 'Vulgar' Souvenirs
by Naharnet Newsdesk 04 August 2011, 15:22

With the aid of stiff fines, the Italian city of Pisa has launched a campaign against trashy tourist souvenirs deemed harmful to the image of its monuments, notably its Leaning Tower.

Topping the list of offensive memorabilia: boxer shorts with a strategically placed replica of the Tuscan city's famous tower, which on Monday landed five salesmen a fine of 500 euros ($720) each, municipal spokesman Francesco Paletti told Agence France Presse Wednesday.

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