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An Unfortunate History of Justin Bieber and International Landmarks

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Yesterday, while on vacation with his new girlfriend, Justin Bieber visited a Mayan archaeological site in Tulum, Mexico. Or rather, Justin Bieber visited a Mayan archaeological site in Tulum, Mexico until he was swiftly kicked out for trying to climb an ancient ruin, take a selfie, and drop his pants.

Though originally denied entry for holding a beer can and being "clearly under the influence of alcohol," he eventually made it inside. According to the Daily Mail, his visit didn't last long, however, as he then "pulled his underpants down [...] threatened and insulted the National Institute of Anthropology and History," which manages the site, and "decided to climb onto platforms and restricted areas." Following some more "pushing and shoving between his bodyguards and the INAH," Bieber and his guests were asked to leave.

Though 2015 was the year of Bieber redemption tour (and therefore mostly quiet in terms of douche-Biebery), this latest masterpiece is only the most recent in a long history of Justin Bieber doing offensive things while on vacation. Here, a brief timeline of the others.

April 12, 2013: Bieber Visits the Anne Frank Museum

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Later on in his European tour, Justin Bieber visits the Anne Frank Museum in Amsterdam. Before leaving he wrote in the guest book, "Truly inspiring to be able to come here. Anne was a great girl. Hopefully she would have been a belieber." Though the museum's official response seemed to defend the then-19-year-old, Twitter was, predictably, less forgiving.

September 30th, 2013: Bieber Visits the Great Wall of China

After performing in Beijing the night before, Justin Bieber climbs the Great Wall of China. Apologies, that should read: Justin Bieber's bodyguards climb the Great Wall of China, while simultaneously carrying him on their shoulders. Chinese press reportedly call him a "xiao pi hai," a Chinese word that literally translates to a toddler who wears "training-friendly pants that expose their bare behind."

November 8th, 2013: Justin Bieber Visits Rio de Janeiro

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Bieber's world tour from hell continues: In Rio, he was charged for graffitiing the wall of the abandoned Hotel Nacional. Earlier during the visit, he also reportedly swore at photographers, was kicked out of a hotel, and allegedly visited a brothel.

2015: Beiber Apologizes

He's sorry, okay? The world forgives him, mainly because the dancing is just that good.

January 2016: Bieber Visits Mexico

Photo: @justinbieber/Instagram

Finally, the Bieber we've come to know and love, the one who continues to do shitty things while on vacation, is back. All is right in the world.