Arizona, USA: There is a possible 25 years in prison for cutting down a cactus.*
This law stands because the saguaro cactus, prevalent in Arizona, takes an incredibly long time to grow and have lifespans estimated to be 150-200 years.
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Malaysia: Chewing gum is banned
Chewing gum is banned in Singapore, not Malaysia. It was made a law in 1992 because officials were concerned that it would make the city look dirty with gum mar
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Greece: It is illegal to wear high heels when touring ancient monuments*
This ban was implemented as sharp-soled shoes were adding to the wear and tear of the national treasures.
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France: It is illegal to name a pig Napoleon*
This myth follows from the French law which states that it is illegal to disrespect the head of state. However, there is no specific provision in the modern law
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Italy: It's illegal to feed the pigeons in St Mark's Square, Venice*
Since 2008 it has been illegal to feed the pigeons in St Mark's Square. The reason is the damage the birds bring to the city's monuments amounts to 275 euros pe
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Eraclea, Italy: It is illegal to build sandcastles*
In Eraclea, a town near Venice, a €250 fine was implemented for building sandcastles on the beach.
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Japan: It is illegal to be clinically obese.*
In 2009, Japanese lawmakers set a maximum waistline limit of 85 cm (33.5 in) for men and 90 cm (35 in) for women.
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Georgia, USA: It is illegal for a chicken to cross the road*
In Quitman, Georgia, chicken-owners must have control of their chicken at all times. This means it is illegal for the chickens to cross the road themselves.
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Where could you be fined for running out of fuel while driving your car?
Germany
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What city banned kissing on a train platform?
Rome Paris London
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In Poland, Winnie the Pooh is illegal in all playground and children's areas.
true
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In Saudi Arabia, it is illegal to take sand from the desert.
False
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You might get a fine if the police notice that you are driving with flip flops in Spain.
True
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In China, you are allowed to have only one child.
False. It used to be like that, but, nowadays, you can have up to three children.
