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Cities around the world have implemented new measures to create space for people to walk, bike, jog, rollerblade, and scooter, by closing down public roads to cars.
Some cities have expanded bike lanes and created new access to parks, while others have made a pledge to close down city roads for foot traffic permanently.
These photos reveal the creative ways metropolitan areas have transformed their once traffic-heavy roads into safe spaces for outdoor exercise.
New York City has opened 40 miles of streets to pedestrians throughout each borough. Residents are able to use the streets from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily, unless otherwise stated, and can enjoy them as long as they stay at least 6 feet away from other people.
