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Name: Croatian Adriatic City Bans Nudism and Alcohol on Beaches
Authors: Thomas, Mark
Published Date: 28 Nov. 2023
Indexed Date: 30 Nov. 2023
Web Link: https://www.thedubrovniktimes.com/news/croatia/item/15720-croatian-adriatic-city-bans-nudism-and-alcohol-on-beaches
Index Status: Complete
Original Language: English
Genre: Non-Fiction
Citation: Thomas, Mark. “Croatian Adriatic City Bans Nudism and Alcohol on Beaches.” The Dubrovnik Times, 28 Nov. 2023, https://www.thedubrovniktimes.com/news/croatia/item/15720-croatian-adriatic-city-bans-nudism-and-alcohol-on-beaches

Summary

The Pula City Council approved the Maritime Domain Order, including controversial bans on nudism and strong alcoholic beverages on beaches, sparking diverse opinions among council members. The decision triggered debates on the necessity and practicality of the bans, with some expressing concerns about stigmatization and selective restrictions, while others viewed it as a means of establishing order and a civilizational achievement.