Overtourism in Sintra: Fighting for Privacy and Peace with Too Many Tourists.
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Martinho lives in a big house on a mountainside. He likes his privacy, but it's hard to find this summer because so many tourists are visiting.
The roads are jammed with cars and noisy scooters. Martinho is upset because 5,000 tourists walk past his house every day to visit a nearby palace.
This is happening all over the world as people travel more after the pandemic. Tourists are spending a lot of money, but they are also causing problems.
Some places are too crowded, and local people are protesting. They want the tourists to be more respectful and not cause so much trouble.
Some people are trying to find less popular places to visit. They want to avoid the crowds and see something different.
Questions
Where does Martinho live?
Martinho lives in a big house on a mountainside.
Why is Martinho upset?
Martinho is upset because 5,000 tourists walk past his house every day.
What do some people want from tourists?
Some people want tourists to be more respectful and not cause so much trouble.
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