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The Flight of the Angel, in Basilicata, claims to be the fastest zip line in the world
Get the rush of skydiving and bungee jumping without the price tag. Sun City, South Africa, has the world's longest zip line, at 2,000 metres; the Flight ofthe Angel in Basilicata, Italy, boasts that it's the fastest, hitting speeds of 90mph. For real daredevils, the Heavenly Flyer at Lake Tahoe on the California/Nevada state line has a 160-metre vertical drop. If, on the other hand, you prefer more down-to-earth thrills...
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