Tourist sites where it's strictly forbidden to take photos

The Sistine Chapel, Vatican City - Photography is prohibited to preserve the delicate frescoes and out of respect for the sacred space.

The Eiffel Tower at Night, France - Photos of the illuminated tower are restricted due to copyright on the lighting display. – 

The Crown Jewels, Tower of London - Security measures forbid photography of these iconic treasures. – 

Inside the Taj Mahal, India - Photography inside the main mausoleum is banned to maintain the solemn atmosphere. – 

The Valley of the Kings, Egypt - Photos are not allowed in many tombs to protect the ancient artwork. – 

Uluru (Ayers Rock), Australia - Photography of certain areas is restricted due to their sacred significance to Indigenous people. – 

The Alhambra, Spain - Flash photography is banned to protect the historic structures and art. – 

Machu Picchu, Peru - Drones and tripods are prohibited to preserve the site and avoid disruption to visitors. – 

Anne Frank House, Netherlands - Photos inside are banned to respect the emotional significance of the space. – 

- The Library of Congress, USA - Specific areas, especially rare book rooms, restrict photography to protect fragile materials.