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A 75 year old Gennai Yanagisawa from Japan will take flight in the town Vinci birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci in tribute to the old genius original idea.
Gennai Yanagisawa developed the world's smallest helicopter with rotors, a chair, footrest and handle bar in the late 1990s.
He said that a demonstration flight of his one person helicopter is planned in the town of Vinci, near Florence, Tuscany, on May 25, 2008.
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Tuscany (region)
Tuscany - Toscana - lies in central Italy measuring 22,992 square kilometers of which 1330 make up Tuscan archipelago, it has a population of over 3.5 million. The region contains all types of scenery providing the tourist with an infinite choice of wandering: a region of gentle hills, mountains, sandy beaches and rugged Mediterranean coastlines.
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The Province of Florence is a province in the Tuscany region of Italy, with an area of 3,514 sq. km and a population of 933,860 in 44communes.Much of the province lies in the plain of the Arno River and has become an exurban sprawl around the city of Florence. The northeastern part of the province, in the Apennines, has escaped this fate and remains unspoiled.
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moreFor many centuries the hills surrounding Florence have been the location of the residences and county villas of the citizens of Florence during the hot summer months. As a result the surrounding area is full of parks, gardens, vineyards, elegant homes and farm houses hence it is not difficult to find something pleasing to the eye.
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Florence
Private townhouse in a quiet street (Piazza delle Cure) just 10 mins. walk from the centre.To make you feel at home we serve on request typical dishes of Tuscan cooking. Discounts are available for children and groups.
Florence
Situated in south Florence, in the district of Gavinana, a quiet residential area situated between the historic centre and Piazzale Michelangelo famous for its panoramic view of Florence. Easy access by car and well served by public transport.
Florence
Villa is located 5 km from Florence and is an elegant historic Medici residence, restored in perfect harmony with its past. You can choose accommodations from amongst five different apartments.
Florence
Hotel is situated in a historical palace bordering the historical centre of Florence. It has 16 nice rooms, all equipped with a private bathroom, TV and direct dial telephone. A continental buffet breakfast is served every morning.
Florence
50.00 EUR
Per night
3 nights
2 persons
from 13-12-2009
Bed & Breakfast Cassia is located in Florence downtown area where all important museums and shops are, but it is in a quiet street so you can have a good rest out of the noisy traffic of the centre of Florence.