When they say taking photos is forbidden, are you the one who always breaks the rule?

It goes beyond just a "rule" to break or not...Photography is often forbidden because over time the light from flashes (especially when it could be excessive like when a constant parade of people are viewing something) will actually damage something that they are trying to preserve. Another reason is trying to prevent possible exploitation and even piracy. There are legitimate reasons for that rule....I always abide by it myself just out of respect alone.