The street is the public thoroughfare.
A street is a public road that is located between buildings, allowing people to move around the locality in question. The term in our language comes from the Latin word callis , which can be translated as "way."
The streets are currently usually paved , although in ancient times it was common for cobblestones to be used. Sometimes there are sand or dirt streets, especially in places with little traffic.
Its characteristics
The circulation of vehicles and individuals occurs through the streets. It is common to distinguish between the street (the route for cars, motorcycles, bicycles and other means of transportation) and the sidewalk or sidewalk (the area where people walk).
Generally, a street extends until it intersects with another street or until it runs into another space that interrupts its development, such as a plaza. The end of a street, on the other hand, can occur when reaching the city limit or when the road does not continue after an interruption.
Vehicles circulate on the street.
Examples of streets
There are many streets that exist in the world and that have a particular charm. Among the most spectacular, fascinating, attractive and unique in the world the following are usually mentioned:
- Gran Via Street . Madrid is where this street is located. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century and has become one of the most emblematic of the Spanish capital. Majestic buildings, such as the well-known Metropolis or the Palacio de la Prensa , are located on this main artery that has become one of those with the most cultural life. It is known as the Spanish Broadway since there are not only cinemas and theaters, but the best musicals of the moment are performed there.
- Abbey Road . Camden ( London ) is where this street famous for the well-known album cover of The Beatles is located. Today it has become a must-see stop for the group's unconditional fans.
- Baldwin Street . This street is the steepest in the entire world. It is located in the city of Dunedin , which belongs to New Zealand .
- Lombard Street . In California ( United States ) there is this artery that is truly unique because it is very narrow and winding. Hence, tourists do not hesitate to visit it on site to take the required photo.
- The Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem , Pigalle Street in Paris and Baker Street in London are other of the most famous streets in the world.
Other uses of the term
In a symbolic sense, the idea of street names outdoor space . For example: "It's very hot in this house: I'm going to go outside for a while to get some air," "The murderer told a journalist that, when he returns to the street, the first thing he will do is look for the family of his victim to ask for forgiveness .
Sometimes the notion of street is used as a synonym for public or people 's opinion: "A politician always has to listen to what the street says" , "The comment from the street is that the team played a good game and did not deserve to lose" .