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To get a close look at Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain, guests will now have to pay a 2 euro (about 3,500 South Korean won) admission charge.

As reported by AFP and other international media on the 19th (local time), Rome’s mayor, Roberto Gualtieri, revealed a fee-based access system for the Trevi Fountain during a press briefing. Gualtieri stated, “Seeing the Trevi Fountain from afar is still free, but only those with tickets will be permitted to get closer to it.”

The charge is only applicable to visitors, not to Roman citizens. The city expects this policy to produce more than 6.5 million euros (around 11.27 billion South Korean won) each year. By the 8th, the number of tourists this year had reached roughly 9 million, with an average of 30,000 per day.

Built in 1762, the Trevi Fountain is recognized as a remarkable example of late Baroque design. According to a well-known story, throwing a coin over your left shoulder using your right hand while facing the fountain guarantees a future visit to Rome, attracting many tourists who toss coins into the fountain. Visitors frequently notice significant amounts of coins gathering at the bottom of the fountain each day.

Conversations regarding paid entry started last year. As the Catholic Holy Year this year is anticipated to draw a significant increase in international visitors and pilgrims, the city seeks to control the flow of people. Furthermore, five cultural sites that were previously free will now charge an entrance fee beginning February 1st: the Villa of Maxentius, Napoleon Museum, Baracco Art Museum, Pilotti Museum, and Canonica Museum, each with a 5 euro (around 8,600 Korean won) admission cost.