In Italy, on Valentine's Day, the "Lover's Arch" collapsed. Before and after photos
Caterina Bruzzone / Scanpix / LETA “Lovers’ Arch” before the collapse
The Rock of Sant'Andrea, also known as the "Arch of Lovers", has collapsed on the Adriatic coast in south-eastern Italy, Corriere Lecce reports . This happened on February 14, when the world celebrated Valentine's Day. The collapse was caused by weather conditions and sea erosion. The mayor of Melendugno, Maurizio Cisternino, said it was “a strong blow straight to the heart.” He called the arch one of the most famous landmarks on the Italian coast.
Paolo Manzo / NurPhoto / Getty Images "Lover's Arch" after the collapse