The inscription “NO PHOTO” is a real challenge for the authors of the photos from this collection. They risked not only running into decent fines, but also losing equipment or even health. Here are amateur photos from incredible places that many will see for the first time.
Lenin’s Mausoleum
This is the most controversial place in Russia. Taking photos is strictly prohibited here, but periodically pictures from inside appear on Instagram.
The Amber Room of the Catherine Palace
The amber decor of this palace hall is extremely photosensitive. Over the years, the color scheme of amber, which has a natural organic origin, changes. In addition, amateur photography makes it difficult for the tourist flow to move.
The Red Light District
The red light district in Amsterdam is known for its brothels, beautiful canals and coffee shops. Tourists with cameras who are always trying to take pictures of prostitutes standing in the windows are not tolerated in this area.
If you are spotted with a camera, at best it can be taken away. At worst, you risk being beaten up.
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The Pentagon
The Pentagon is the mainstay of the national security of the United States, therefore, photo and video shooting in the adjacent territory is strictly prohibited.
Excursions to The Pentagon is held only by reservation from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 15:00. To our surprise, they are completely free. The only thing you will need in order to get to the “secret” facility is a passport.
The Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal Mausoleum was founded in Agra, the then capital of the Indian Mughal Empire, (according to one version) On June 7, 1632, in honor of Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved wife of Emperor Shah Jahan who died of childbirth (by the way, Shah Jahan himself was later buried here).
The rules for visiting this shrine allow only photographs from the outside of the building, but filming the interior is strictly prohibited.
But for some people, any ban is like a challenge, only provokes. Moreover, today, with the development of mobile technology, it has become much easier to take photos where it is impossible. Especially if you know how to mow down like a fool: like, I didn’t understand that you can’t.
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