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The bicycle was introduced in the 19th century in Europe by German Inventor Karl von Drais. He is credited with developing the first bicycle. He introduced it to the people in Paris in 1818. It is supposed to originate from the human-powered vehicle called Draisines. Drais invented a walking machine that would help him get around the royal gardens faster. It was known by many names, including the “velocipede,” “dandy horse,” “hobby-horse,” “draisine” and “running machine. It had no pedals and its frame was a wooden beam. It had two same-size in-line wheels with the front one steerable and mounted in a frame which was straddled. In 1839, Kirkpatrick MacMillan, a Scottish blacksmith, allegedly completed construction of a pedal driven…

Cycling in urban environments can be one of life’s greatest joys. Feeling the wind in your hair, seeing a city in a beautiful new way, and exploring the nooks and crannies beyond well-trodden paths are all things that city cyclists love about travelling on two wheels. In this piece, we’ll explore some of the best cities in the world for cyclists – from infrastructure to environment to culture, these are the best spots across the globe to take your bike on an urban adventure.  What Makes a “Bike-Friendly City”? When we’re deciding what makes a ‘bike friendly city’, we’re looking for the following things: Great cycling infrastructure, including protected lanes Deprioritisation of cars in favour of bicycles Popularity of cycling…