The world is struggling with global warming, air pollution, and carbon emissions. Industries, construction dust and vehicles are major contributors to these problems. Now, most of the western world comprises developed nations where construction activities happen at a minuscule level. In such regions, smoke from industries and vehicles accounts for air pollution. Considering the impact of the smoke from vehicles and industries, the western world has taken some steps to cut emissions and are expected to take further decisions to meet their commitments. Interestingly, countries like India, China and the United States are among nations with the highest carbon emission levels. This will obviously change when the construction activities at a large level will slow down after a significant development.
The case is not the same as the western world countries that actively contribute to the global carbon emission despite limited construction activities. Countries like Japan, New Zealand, Sweden, Norway and UK have pledged to cut their carbon emission levels to a great extent and they have planned large scale initiatives including the ban on petrol and diesel cars in the coming decades and significant improvement in public transport systems. But there are some places in the world that have already gone free. The reason behind this is either an initiative to control pollution or the unavailability of roads. I’ve compiled a list of 7 such places.
Fire Island, New York
Islands are small landmasses isolated from the mainland landmasses and hence, boats and ferries are preferable means of transport here, making cars a secondary means of transportation. Fire Island is one such island in the United States that is free of cars. You can reach the island only by foot, bike, or golf carts. The Island has 26 miles of coastline and the no-traffic zone has an abundance of natural beauty. It is also a popular destination for the LGBTQA+ community.
La Cumbrecita, Argentina
The tiny but picturesque village in Cordoba province of Argentina has beautiful scenes that will steal your heart. The village is very famous among travellers for alpine-inspired architecture and Bavarian-style houses. It has no wide roads and is considered as the first pedestrian town in Argentina. You can only visit the lengths of the village on foot.
Lamu, Kenya
Kenya is all about wildlife, natural beauty and serene water bodies. Lamu is a beautiful island located off coast Kenya. It is the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa. The island is a no-car zone and only bicycles, donkeys and pedestrians are permitted on the streets. The island portrays a beautiful blend of cultures ranging from Swahili, Arabic, Persian, Indian to European. The island is a perfect blend of nature, picturesque architecture and pleasant weather.
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Halibut Cove, Alaska
Anyone who has read or learned about Alaska would know that it is all about nature and its beauty. Halibut Cove is one of the only floating US post offices and it is a small community-based in Kachemak Bay State Park which lies on a protected stretch of water called The Narrows. A majority of the buildings in the region are built on stilts or float on docks. Since there are no paved roads here, the only way people can reach here is by foot, skiff, ATV, or seaplane. If you want to see Alaska’s glaciers, mountains, and wildlife, this is the best place.
Civita di Bagnoregio, Italy
Italy is a heaven for tourists and Civita di Bagnoregio is a gem of a place. It is a beautiful hilltop town that is free of cars. The hilltop town sits atop a mountain high above a canyon, a single footbridge in and out. In earlier times, only donkeys were used for carrying goods here. However, mopeds have now replaced donkeys and they are frequently used for carrying goods.
The Old Town Of Dubrovnik, Croatia
The Old Town of Dubrovnik is popularly known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic” and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is a pedestrian oasis and you can see cars only in the outskirts of the walls of the historic town. Dubrovnik is nothing but a marvellous and picturesque combination of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque churches. The site is a heaven for any photography enthusiast. It is a perfect example of the historic architectural marvels.
Venice, Italy
Italy is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. However, the place witnesses flood almost every year as it is a group of 118 islands in a lagoon that’s shallow and is only 50 feet at its deepest. The place has 416 bridges, 177 canals, and marvellous buildings dotted along the shore. The place is densely populated and welcomes huge numbers of visitors every year. The only way to visit the place is by walking or boating.
