If you are a bicycle lover, then Amsterdam in the Netherlands will be on the list of your's favorite cities. Because this city is with more bicycles than it's population....
Bicycles are not just a means of transportation. There are many & many benefits. That's why it is on the list of the most talented and famous people in the world. Albert Einstein wrote to his son in 1930 advising:
"Life is like riding a bicycle. You have to keep going to keep the balance."
Einstein also said that the law of relativity first came to his mind when he was riding in this two-wheeler. Former(35th) US Presidents John F. Kennedy, George W. Bush, Barack Obama also loved to ride bicycles. This vehicle also plays a role in changing the structure of the society. According to Anthony, "bicycles give women a taste of self-reliance and freedom."
By using bicycles, a city is largely freed from motor vehicle dependence. At the same time, it also plays a role in reducing traffic congestion and preventing air pollution. And that's why so many people in the Netherlands use bicycles. When you come here, you will see a lot of two-wheelers. The vehicle carries 60% of the total travel to the country's capital Amsterdam. This is why Amsterdam is called the capital of bicycles. But the question is, how does this change come about ?
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In the 1950's and 60's, the number of motor vehicles increased significantly in many European cities. This creates traffic jams. It's not just traffic congestion that is on the rise; The rate of road accidents also increased. And a large part of the people killed in these road accidents were minors, which was eye-catching. Is created a social movement; Whose purpose is to establish a safe road, especially for children. The name of this movement in 1960 was 'Stop de Kindermoord' . In addition, the oil crisis in the Middle East in 1973. That is why Europeans are less dependent on motor vehicles.
For these two reasons, the Dutch government decided to build bicycle-friendly infrastructure. The people of the country are still enjoying the benefits of this initiative. Cycling is compulsory in Dutch schools. Every school has enough space to keep bicycles. The streets of Amsterdam also have separate lanes for cyclists.
One of the major causes of traffic congestion in our cites, the extra motor vehicles on the roads. These extra motor vehicles cause traffic jams in many cities around the world. Not only traffic jams but also environmental pollution. Exhaust fumes from vehicles cause air pollution. City buses are often at high risk due to overcrowding.
On the other hand, bicycles are environmentally friendly. It does not emit any toxic fumes. Health risks are not created. Rather regular cycling is called a good exercise. It also helps in reducing excess weight which is beneficial for the heart, brain and whole body. Bicycles take up less space than other vehicles. It can be used to move easily by cutting traffic. So if we too can become accustomed to cycling by reducing excess motor vehicle dependence, relying on this eco-friendly vehicle for commuting to school or work, it will be beneficial for our physical and mental health, environment and society at the same time.
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Woah! This is cool! There are lots of bicycles! I love biking, Mr. Trenzs. 😁