The so-called “super islands,” clusters of streets and intersections converted into mostly pedestrian zones, have been around for a few years now. And most people love the sense of calm and community they create. But they complicate traffic for vehicles, and some groups are challenging them in court. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.
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