Damascus goes car-free for 24 hours
Summary
Damascus’ Old City was closed to cars for 24 hours, allowing people to walk freely without traffic, noise, or pollution. This trial aims to help plan for a more pedestrian-friendly city by the year 2030.Key Facts
- The Old City of Damascus was made car-free for one full day.
- Residents could walk the streets without any traffic or noise.
- The move reduced air pollution in the area during the 24 hours.
- This event was a test or experiment to see how car restrictions might work.
- The goal is to create a more pedestrian-friendly city by 2030.
- The Old City is a historic area known for its ancient streets.
- The report about this came from Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett.
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