Rom ohne Autos: Fahrverbot um Kolosseum in Kraft

© APA/MASSIMO PERCOSSIepa03811766 The empty road of Via dei Fori Imperiali next to the Colosseum after it was transformed into a pedestrian zone in central Rome, Italy, early 03 August 2013. The central boulevard alongside the historic Roman Forum was transformed into a pedestrian and bicycle zone, with private vehicles being banned from a stretch of road starting from 5:30 local time on 03 August, marking a revolution in mobility for Rome's historic centre. Pedestrians, bicycles, emergency vehicles, buses and taxis will be the only traffic allowed in the future. The street's heavy traffic has been blamed for causing damage to surrounding structures because of pollution and vibration over the decades. EPA/MASSIMO PERCOSSI