It would seem that cars have firmly entered the life of modern man, and many no longer imagine places on the planet where they would not use.
The car has long been the main means of transportation, and not a sign of financial prosperity.
Unfortunately, such transport creates, in addition to convenience, many problems, for example, endless traffic jams or harmful emissions into the atmosphere.
Some tourists, going on a trip, dream at least for a while to be in those parts where they move on foot or by bicycle.
In our article you can find 10 amazing places on Earth where there are no cars.
10. Fire Island
Fire Island or Tierra del Fuego in the USA is one of the most visited places in the summer by New Yorkers. Here you can relax from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis and admire the untouched views of the desert and beaches.
You can get to the island by ferry or other types of water transport. You will not find cars on it; people walk here or ride bicycles.
The territory of Tierra del Fuego is about 9.6 km2. The resident population of its territories is approximately 290 people.
9. Fes al-Bali
The city in Morocco was built in the Middle Ages and today is the largest territory on the planet where there are no cars.
It belongs to the World Heritage Sites, preserved the original architectural buildings, ancient monuments and narrow streets.
The city has more than 9,400 steep narrow transitions, streets, in which tourists can easily get lost without a guide. But just such an architecture does not allow to fill the city with cars. Here you can walk or cycle.
8. Lamu island
The island is located in Kenya, you can get to it by water. The territory of Lamu impresses with the originality of the Arabian culture; here they move on foot or on donkeys.
The island is filled with silence, since there is no noise from cars, this allows travelers to enjoy its natural beauties calmly.
Long white sandy beaches today remain as wonderful as in the 14th century, when the Swahili peoples settled in these places.
7. La Cumbresita
A small village in Argentina was founded in 1934. Represents a piece of Germany in the heart of the Argentine Sierra.
It is worth visiting the village because it is famous for its alpine atmosphere, you can feel it by walking along the streets on foot, there are no cars here.
On the territory of the settlement, it is necessary to strictly observe the principles of eco-tourism, that is, enjoy hiking, clean air, German neat architecture, marvelous silence, wonderful pictures of the surrounding nature and camping.
6. Zermatt
A small village in the Swiss Alps is located at an altitude of 1620 meters. In order not to pollute the clean mountain air, the settlement authorities banned the use of cars here.
To get to Zermatt, travelers will have to use the Glacier Express, during the trip you can enjoy wonderful views of the mountain gorge, valleys and bridges.
You can get acquainted with local attractions by walking along the streets of the village, the main one being Mount Matterhorn. Also, this place will appeal to those who enjoy sports such as snowboarding or skiing.
5. Hydra Island
The island is located in Greece in the waters of the Aegean Sea. The absence of cars on it allowed to preserve the pristine natural beauty and clean air of these lands.
Tourists can enjoy the view of the island's attractions while traveling on it on a donkey, bicycle, horse, mule or on foot.
On its territory there are shops, cafes and restaurants that serve both tourists and the local population. The area of the island is approximately 49 km2.
4. Mackinac Island
The ban on driving around Mackinac Island came in 1898. You can get to the city located in the USA in Michigan by water or air.
Here they ride horses or bicycles. Thanks to this city, it was possible to maintain clean air and natural beauty in a natural state.
The area of the settlement is 14.5 km2. The permanent population of the city is about 500 people.
3. Sark
A small island in the southwest of the English Channel, is under the jurisdiction of Great Britain. The population of its territory is about 600 people, an area of more than 5 km2.
You can get to the island with a boat, and you can move on its lands on foot, in a cart or bicycle.
Until the 16th century, people did not live on the island; monastic communities were located here; it was also a place for gatherings of pirates.
In the 17th century, by decree of the British Queen, soldiers landed on the island to protect it from pirate raids, after which the monks left these lands.
2. Githorn
The Dutch village has no roads for cars to drive along. Transport links are via water channels, as in the Italian city of Venice.
The settlement was founded in 1230. Around it is the national park De Veriben-Wieden, numerous trees grow, which makes the air in the village clean and healthy. The population is over 2500 people.
1. Venice
One of the oldest and most romantic cities in Italy, it is famous not only for its attractions, but also for being one of the largest zones in Europe, not flooded with motor vehicles.
Different areas of the city are connected by channels, the city has a water taxi system. Tourists are invited to explore the sights of Venice, sailing through its canals in a gondola.
The total area of the settlement is more than 415 km2, and the number of people living on its territory is more than 260,000. The history of the founding of the island city dates back to the 9th century, the first inhabitants were venets.