In Afuá, Brazil, a unique town in the Amazon, cars are banned, making it a haven for cyclists.
This town of 38,000, built on stilts above floodplains, embraced a car-free lifestyle in 2002.
Mayor Odimar Wanderley Salomão, affectionately known as Mazinho, swapped a government-offered tractor for a riverboat, reinforcing the town’s eco-friendly stance.
With one bicycle per resident, Afuá showcases a green alternative to urban sprawl.
Despite isolation and challenges like limited utilities, Afuá thrives on community spirit and sustainable living.
As the world faces climate change, Afuá stands as a beacon of …
