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The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 5:53pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
TripAdvisor travellers and editors have compiled a list of ten cities where pickpockets are most likely to strike. Visitors would do well to watch their bags in major European cities, where many popular outdoor attractions are tourist havens - and prime targets for purse-snatchers. “Pickpocketing is a true art and whilst thieves can strike anywhere, home or abroad, tourist hot-spots often yield far richer-pickings. The combination of an awe-struck traveller and a bag bulging with local currency, not to mention passports, cameras and credit cards, is an appealing prospect for any light-fingered thief,” said Amelie Hurst, TripAdvisor spokeswoman. Barcelona 1. Barcelona, Spain One TripAdvisor reviewer compares Barcelona pickpocketing to a generally practiced and accepted sport, like football. For those who'd rather stay off the field, take caution: Las Ramblas, the famous wide, pedestrian walkway full of life, music, and people at all hours of the day and night, is the perfect place to get your purse poached. 2. Rome, Italy With its ancient buildings and astounding historical and cultural attractions, Rome is full of both tourists and incredible things to sightsee. With thousands of people admiring the Trevi Fountain or the Pantheon, it's easy for a pickpocket to lift a camera or purse with a quick snip of scissors or some clever handiwork with a zipper. Prague 3. Prague, Czech Republic The famously beautiful Charles Bridge is lined with 30 baroque-style statues, as well as thousands of tourists who crowd its ancient stones each year, making a perfect recipe for pickpocketing. Before taking in the view of the Vltava River and the Prague Castle beyond, be sure valuables are strapped down. 4. Madrid, Spain El Rastro flea-market and the crowded metro are often cited as spots where unfriendly pickpocket schemes can put a damper on a visit to this beautiful city. However, travellers should also beware that in museums ( Madrid has many) pickpockets can be crafty as well, preying on distracted tourists. Paris 5. Paris, France The City of Light draws enormous crowds from the base of the Eiffel Tower to the steps of Sacré-Coeur and everywhere in between. But enormous crowds can also be found below ground, in the city's metro system, where travellers should be especially cautious. 6. Florence, Italy It is certainly easy to see why tourists would be distracted by the majestic beauty of Michelangelo's David and the other incredible and awe-inspiring works of art and pieces of history all around Florence . When admiring Michelangelo's creation, or at its replica in busy Piazza della Signoria , be alert that others may have their attention on your wallet. 7. Buenos Aires, Argentina Buenos Aires is a vibrant and culturally rich city with much to offer, from the famed Teatro Colon to the city's many distinct neighborhoods. However, if while sightseeing you find you are suddenly covered in “bird droppings” (likely mustard) and a “friendly” local (likely a thief) happens to be standing by with napkins to help you clean up, beware. 8. Amsterdam , Netherlands It's easy to get carried away in Amsterdam with so many fun things to see and do, but don't be too taken in by the canals and the friendly, laid-back atmosphere – pickpocketers have been known to take advantage of countless tourists in this enchanting city. Athens 9. Athens , Greece This legendary city features countless ancient monuments, many of which are outdoors. Whether visiting the Parthenon on the Acropolis, or anything else in this magnificent historic city, keep the bags close to your chest while your eyes admire the rest. 10. Hanoi , Vietnam The capital of Vietnam has its charming Old Quarter, littered with monuments and colonial architecture, and the city also features 600 temples and pagodas, making it a beautiful and unique place to visit, but also a place to stay alert for mischief. Have you had any experience in any of the aforementioned cities?. .Lets hear the gist. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by AloyEmeka9: 5:55pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
Where did you see Nigeria there?. We don't pickpocket here my friend, we only do armed robbery. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 5:58pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
Aloy.Emeka: Hehehe,Armed Robbery worse that pickpocket.init? |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by MrCrackles(m): 6:01pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
Poster what kind of stupid thread is this U dey craze for head |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 6:04pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
Abeg ur pardon. . U drink ogogoro? |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by AloyEmeka9: 6:05pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
koolchicco: Its better because we don't take your stuff behind your back. We are not cowards. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 6:12pm On Oct 06, 2009 |
Aloy.Emeka: Na hin be say u neva go Mile 2 before.Have u? |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by Nobody: 1:13am On Oct 07, 2009 |
Proudly 9ja, ThankGod,we didnt make the list, but ,, |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by mekuslogan: 1:56am On Oct 07, 2009 |
Lagos PH Aba Onitsha Ibadan Warri Benin Kano Abuja Kaduna |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 11:48am On Oct 07, 2009 |
Neptunz: . .But what?Please complete the sentence. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 11:50am On Oct 07, 2009 |
mekuslogan: Why Abuja? [b][/b] |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by Akpangbon: 11:53am On Oct 07, 2009 |
idiots- always wanting bad things said about their country, when it is not said, they begin to bleet like a goat. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by citizenY(m): 1:01pm On Oct 07, 2009 |
HERE NA PEN ROBBERY AND BOLD FACE , CHOP AND CLEAN MOUTH, KPA JE ABUJA NA CAPITAL 4 DAT ONE - CHECK 3 ARMS ZONE. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by snowdrops(m): 1:02pm On Oct 07, 2009 |
Not even an African city? Hmmmm. I smell a fish. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by koolchicco: 1:10pm On Oct 07, 2009 |
citizenY: Ol Boy u funny die! |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by Eziachi: 1:23pm On Oct 07, 2009 |
Nigeria is not there, because all the featured nations keep record of crime and Nigeria police or judiciary don't even know a record is, let alone keeping one. |
Re: The 10 Worst Cities For Pickpockects! by citizenY(m): 3:04pm On Oct 07, 2009 |
I no know book Oh. WHAT IS A CRIME? WHAT IS A POLICE RECORD? yOUR GRAMMAR TOO MUCH |
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