Hyderabad-Deccan , General info:
7/10

A 400-year-old city founded by the Qutbishahi kings near the ancient Golconda forts, Hyderabad has been the seat of Nizams. Aftre India's freedom, it has been the capital of Hyderabad state, and since 1960 the capital of Andhra Pradesh. It is emerging as a vibrant knowledge centre, with its strong base of Information technology and biiotechnology sector. The Charminar is its symbol, a domed four-pillared 182-foot structure, that testifies to the triumph of human endeavour over pestilence. It is said to have been built to mark the city's resurrectin from plague.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Cheap stuff:
5/10

Being almost a geographic centre of the Indian sub-continent, it reflects the merger and blending of different linguistic and social sub-cultures of India. One finds a fair mix of various ethnic groups. One can see the ancient and the modern co-existing in this city. The maximum number of films in any language other than Hindi are made in Hyderabad, ie in Telougu. Ramoji Film City, located 30 km from the city, is a landmark. Well, landmarks abound.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Don't miss:
7/10

The Golconda, The Char Minar, Salarjung Museum, Tank Bund, The State Assembly, The Birla Temple, Shilparamam, Ramoji Film City, Osmania University, Banjara Hills.Falaknuma Palace

The Pathargatti, on way to Charminar has jewellery and pearl shops.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Food:
2/10

A variety of food. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian. The Hyderabadi biryani is famous.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Hotels:
2/10

A variety to choose from. Some of them are on par with the best in the world.

Hyderabad-Deccan , Safety:
2/10

Well, if you overlook the bit of rash driving on all roads.

Le Touquet , General info:
7/10

Le Touquet France - Paris Plage is a beautiful 1920's style holiday resort located on the part of the French coastline called"Côte d'Opale (the LOpal Coast) complete with glorious beaches and magical pine forests. Regular flights and proximity to the Channel ports of Calais and Boulogne make Le Touquet an easy destination from the UK. Le Touquet has many attractions including golf, sand yachting, horse riding, casinos and the fabulous Aqualud water sports centre. The excellent market, quaint shops, boutiques and lively discothèques complete your French pot- pourri. Le Touquet - Paris Plage really is a four season town, with weekends regularly bringing anything from art exhibitions and wine festivals to concerts and sports events.

Le Touquet , Don't miss:
7/10

The Aqualud water park on the beach.

The big fish restaurant in the centre of town

Le Touquet , Safety:
8/10

No problem and the people are friendly